Body Shop Manager - Adesa

.About Us

ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Auto Auctions, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

We work in a service industry and embrace a "we" versus "I" culture - help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive - and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do.

We're excited about the future! As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles! We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us! Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA!

Role and Team

• Reporting to the General Manager, the Body Shop Manager will manage day to day operations of the body shop, along with developing strategy and planning around production goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily production plan and ensure target deliveries met on time

• Coordinate recruiting and hiring process and procedures for body shop staffing with Human Resources Representative per company policy

• Ensure the coordination, training, development of all personnel in OEM collision repair standards

• Maintain proper staffing levels and scheduling to correlate with throughput objectives

• Establish sustainable lean process flow, vehicle movement through work cells, and sample checkpoints for quality and repair time

• Prepare and conduct performance appraisals for direct reports per company policy. Monitor and maintain all wage and salary guidelines within the department

• Manage operations costs in accordance with objectives as defined by GM. May review budgets, P&L, and other financial and performance related data with GM.

• Ensure accurate timely billing, invoicing and other financial reconciliation

• Monitor and ensure compliance with all contractual customer, contractor and supplier agreements in conjunction with the accounting department

• Monitor and control conditions of all facilities, vehicles, property and equipment under body shop control for proper maintenance, cleanliness, and safety. Conduct periodic routine inspections to determine and ensure that standards are met per auction and company guidance. Advise General Manager or designee of all breakdowns and maintenance needs immediately

• Maintain necessary paint and supply inventory levels and set standards for appropriate use

• Ensure safety at all times and maintain plans and training in the event of an emergency

Qualifications

• Experience in an automotive body shop required,

• Management experience required.

• High energy with a sense of urgency

• Excellent operational AND leadership abilities

• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

• Must be qualified to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver's license.

• Must have a demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Must have the ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools.

ADESA Benefits and Perks

Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More!

Other Requirements

To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

• The physical activity requirements of the position range from Light to Medium Physical Work.

• Frequent - standing, watching, touching, listening, walking, talking

• Potential - running, jumping, yelling or other rapid or forceful movement in emergency situations

• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, Machine Operators (including inspection) positions.

Physical Working Conditions

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations.

• Note: Refer to the Handbook and Policy Manuals for important addendum requirements to all job descriptions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

To be able to do your job at ADESA, you must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.

Legal Stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.