Automotive Parts Leader - Plainfield - (2nd Shift) - Mon to Thurs
About The Position
The Automotive Parts Line Lead Supervisor is a front-line supervisor responsible for directly managing and developing hourly associates in an Inspection Center to achieve production targets. The role oversees daily production-line operations, coordinates the movement of inventory and materials through production, leads and mentors associates across workstations, enforces quality standards, and identifies opportunities to improve workflow and processes. The position is based in Plainfield and is listed for a second shift, Monday through Thursday. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. The employee must be able to multitask, delegate work, resolve complex issues with guidance, communicate clearly, and work variable schedules that may include overtime and weekends as needed. The environment may be loud or wet and may involve extreme temperatures, vehicle fumes, or odors. Standard personal protective equipment is required. Carvana offers a full-time position with a competitive salary, medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) with company match, and additional perks and development opportunities. Hiring is contingent on passing a background check; the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic computer skills.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean record: no DUIs and no more than two moving violations in the last three years.
- Able to independently lift up to 60 pounds and stand for extended periods while frequently walking, stooping, reaching, and pushing or pulling.
- Able to wear required personal protective equipment, including non-slip shoes, gloves, and safety eyewear.
- Able to work variable schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed.
- Able to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.
- Able to multitask, delegate workloads effectively, and resolve complex issues with guidance.
Nice To Haves
- Supervisory or lead experience in a high-volume manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
- Working knowledge of LEAN principles, such as 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Kanban, and demonstrated ability to identify waste and implement continuous-improvement initiatives.
- Experience overseeing mechanical assembly, inventory handling, and aesthetic or finishing processes.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee daily operations across multi-stage production lines, ensuring safety, efficiency, and daily output targets are met.
- Manage the movement of automotive inventory and materials through the production cycle, from initial technical assembly through finishing and quality inspection.
- Lead, train, and mentor technicians, operators, and specialists across multiple workstations, fostering high performance and accountability.
- Enforce quality assurance standards so products meet aesthetic, structural, and functional specifications before documentation and release.
- Monitor production pipelines to identify bottlenecks, optimize material staging, and streamline transitions between operational zones.
- Champion process improvements, workflow standardization, and root-cause problem solving on the production floor.
- Delegate workloads, multitask, and resolve complex issues with guidance.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Student loan payment perks.
- Vehicle discounts.
- Pet benefits.
- Wellness program supporting physical and mental health.
- Opportunities to expand skills and share knowledge across the organization.
- Promotion-from-within culture and opportunities for career development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
