LKQ reviews

3.6

62% would recommend to a friend

(1,295 total reviews)

Dominick P. Zarcone

50% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

LKQ has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1,295 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The LKQ employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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1K reviews
5.0
Feb 1, 2026

LKQ experience

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

My experience at LKQ has been extremely positive. The organization truly offers equal opportunities to everyone, irrespective of hierarchy or years of experience. What stands out is that growth here is driven by initiative, those who take ownership of upskilling are actively encouraged, which motivates me to continuously learn and apply new skills at work. The management is genuinely invested in individual growth, and the global recognition program highlights employee accomplishments across all LKQ regions, creating a strong sense of pride and visibility. Benefits such as maternity and paternity leave provide meaningful support to new parents, while daycare reimbursements help returning mothers seamlessly restart their careers. The flat hierarchy fosters greater ownership, accountability, and visibility, empowering employees at all levels. One of the aspects I value most is LKQ’s core value of Fun at Work, which truly comes alive through employee-driven clubs that ensure consistent engagement and a positive work environment. Most importantly, employee inputs are taken seriously, and tangible changes are implemented reflecting continuous improvement in policies, benefits, and overall work-life balance.

Cons

Currently I dont see any cons

4.0
Jan 28, 2026

Work experience at LKQ

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Work life balance, annual hikes, Work culture

Cons

Learning is limited. Will be doing repetitive tasks.

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