Automotive PartsTeam Lead - Hoffman Estates, IL (1st Shift)

Carvana•Hoffman Estates, IL

3d•$22 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Parts Team Lead is a front-line supervisor who directly manages and develops a team of hourly associates at an Inspection Center to achieve production targets. The role oversees the safe purchase and movement of automotive parts for reconditioning technician repairs while meeting production and quality goals. It includes coaching team members, communicating expectations, resolving conflict, and ensuring adherence to operational standards and safety practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience using computers.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Demonstrated functional expertise in one or more areas of Carvana’s reconditioning process.
Demonstrated understanding of current reconditioning processes and lean principles.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record: no DUIs and no more than two moving violations in the last three years.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently, with most lifting from knee to shoulder height and additional lifting from various levels.
Ability to stand for extended periods and frequently stretch, reach, walk, stoop, push, and/or pull.
Ability to work in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet, and may contain fumes or odors from vehicle maintenance.
Ability to use required safety equipment, which may include a face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.

Responsibilities

Manage the purchase and movement of automotive parts into and out of the Inspection Center safely to support reconditioning technician repairs and meet production and quality goals.
Meet or exceed production service goals on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Oversee the day-to-day activities of the assigned team, identify strengths and weaknesses, and determine opportunities and steps for improvement.
Coach, develop, and manage team performance; provide feedback and demonstrate desired skills.
Create a work environment that encourages positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana’s values.
Communicate expectations, performance measures, and goals clearly to team members.
Prevent and resolve conflict among team members.
Monitor and ensure adherence to systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
Review and approve identified mechanical and physical defects of incoming inventory.
Work in ways that reduce the risk of injury from spills or other preventable hazardous conditions.