Line Lead Supervisor - Plainfield - (1st) & (2nd) Shift

Carvana•Plainfield, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Carvana is seeking a Line Lead Supervisor for their Inspection Center. This front-line supervisory role is responsible for directly managing and developing a team of hourly associates to achieve production targets. The role involves overseeing daily operations across multi-stage production lines, ensuring safety, efficiency, and output goals are met. The Line Lead Supervisor will manage the seamless movement of automotive inventory and materials through various production phases, lead, train, and mentor a diverse team, enforce rigorous quality assurance standards, and monitor production pipelines to identify bottlenecks and optimize workflow. They will also actively participate in and champion process improvements and root-cause problem solving.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High School Diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills.
Valid driver’s license with a clean record (no DUIs and a maximum of two moving violations in the last three years).
Independently lift up to 60 pounds.
Stand for extended periods while frequently walking, stooping, reaching, and pushing or pulling.
Ability to multitask, delegate workloads effectively, and resolve complex issues with guidance.
Clear, professional communication—both written and verbal.
Flexibility to work variable schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Proven supervisory or lead experience within a high-volume manufacturing, production, or assembly environment.
LEAN Manufacturing Experience: Working knowledge of LEAN principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban) with a demonstrated ability to identify waste and implement continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.
Experience overseeing diverse operational processes, including mechanical assembly, inventory handling, and aesthetic/finishing stages.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee daily operations across multi-stage production lines, ensuring safety, efficiency, and daily output targets are met.
Manage the seamless movement of automotive inventory and materials through various phases of the production cycle, from initial technical assembly to final finishing and quality inspection.
Lead, train, and mentor a diverse team of technicians, operators, and specialists across multiple workstations, fostering a culture of high performance and accountability.
Enforce rigorous quality assurance standards, ensuring all products meet exact aesthetic, structural, and functional specifications before final documentation and release.
Monitor production pipelines to identify bottlenecks, optimize material staging, and streamline transitions between different operational zones.
Actively participate in and champion process improvements, workflow standardizations, and root-cause problem solving on the floor.