Body Shop Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• BA/BS degree and 7+ years of related experience (reconditioning and/or lot operations; body shop; automotive service and/ or repair; or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. No degree: 11 years of relevant experience
• At least 1 year of experience in a management or lead role.
• Good communication and interaction skills.
• Good management and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 1-30 pounds (light hand tools, etc.)
• Must have a Valid driver's license and meet Cox Mobility minimum driving qualification standards.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations regarding OSHA, EPA, and MSDS.
• ASE certification in automotive body repair or reconditioning is preferred.
• Diesel and transmission experience.
• Industry certifications such as electrical and A/C.
• OEM mechanical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are repaired and painted to meet Manheim’s standards and customer or account requirements.
• Purchase equipment, materials and supplies for the shop and oversee maintenance and protection of shop equipment.
• Maintain and develop staff by recruiting and training employees and providing educational opportunities.
• Prepare estimates for collision repair, lot damage, transport damage, etc.
• Review work volumes, planning and continuously monitoring staffing levels.
• Set an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values and ensure that all employees are treated with respect.
• Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct.
• Partner with various market level support teams to ensure effective and efficient operational processes.
• Oversee the quality control of vehicles.
• Communicate and resolve reconditioning goals.
• Measure process efficiency and effectiveness and implement improvement strategies.
• Manage Mechanics completing detailed inspections, preparing reconditioning estimates and completing repairs.
• Oversee sublet vendor partnerships in the Body Shop and Detail department.
• Complete minor to complex diagnoses and repairs to all vehicle systems.
• Handle and dispose of all fluids in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Create and maintain vehicle history and maintenance.
• Evaluate job performances and conduct performance appraisals.
• Direct staff to ensure a high level of quality and accuracy in their repair work.
• Approve and forward bills to the appropriate personnel to ensure accurate billing.
• Assist in counseling employees, monitoring and evaluating employee job performance, and conducting performance appraisals.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunity for annual bonus.
• Unlimited paid vacation time (effective day 1) because we know you need time to recharge.
• 7 company-paid holidays (effective day 1).
• Great healthcare benefits from day 1. Multiple options are available for individuals and families. One employee-only plan could be FREE if you participate in our health screening program.
• 10 days of free child or senior care through your complimentary Care.com membership.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Great coworkers who love being part of a team.
• Employee discounts on hundreds of items, from cars to computers to continuing education.
• health care insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• retirement planning (401(k))
• paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).