Vehicle Quality Control Inspector

America's Car-Mart • Hot Springs, AR

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About The Position

America's Car-Mart is looking for a Vehicle Quality Control Inspector to help ensure their vehicles meet the highest quality standards before they reach customers. This role combines automotive knowledge, cost-analysis skills, and attention to detail to assess vehicle condition, manage reconditioning estimates, negotiate repair costs, and ensure every vehicle meets Car-Mart's quality expectations.

Requirements

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Automotive industry experience in vehicle inspections, service advising, estimating, appraisal, reconditioning, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems, repair processes, and reconditioning requirements.
• Ability to accurately assess vehicle condition and identify repair needs.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using systems, software, and documentation tools to track vehicle status and repair activity.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, road test, and evaluate vehicles to ensure they meet Car-Mart quality standards.
• Determine repair and reconditioning needs through vehicle inspections, testing, and performance evaluations.
• Establish and coordinate fair market values for vehicles in partnership with store teams.
• Provide accurate estimates for reconditioning work and associated costs.
• Negotiate labor rates, parts pricing, and repair agreements with vendors and repair facilities.
• Source parts through online suppliers and local vendors to achieve the best value.
• Compare repair facilities and costs to ensure efficient use of company resources.
• Track vehicle locations and maintain detailed documentation in ALIS throughout the reconditioning process.
• Collaborate with stores, repair facilities, and internal teams to ensure timely vehicle readiness.
• Support company goals by maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Play a key role in maintaining vehicle quality and protecting company investments.
• Work with a collaborative team that values expertise and problem-solving.
• Make a direct impact on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Grow your automotive career with a company committed to excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree