About the job
About Carvana
At Carvana, we are revolutionizing the way cars are bought and sold. We stand by our commitment that we will only offer vehicles that meet the high standards we would expect for our own family. To ensure this, we have established several Reconditioning Centers nationwide, where each car undergoes thorough inspections, meticulous refinements, and professional photography before being featured on our platform. With our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection process, we guarantee that every vehicle aligns with our stringent mechanical and aesthetic benchmarks. Our goal is to provide an unparalleled, hassle-free car buying experience. We are on the lookout for enthusiastic and skilled individuals who share our vision and can help us uphold this promise.
Are you ready to make a difference? Read on to discover how you can contribute!
Position Overview:
As an Operations Manager at our Inspection Center, you will supervise a dynamic team responsible for daily operations. You will lead the vehicle reconditioning process, managing a team that includes at least five leads and up to 70 frontline associates in a lean manufacturing setting. Your role will focus on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high engagement among associates while achieving quality, production, and cost targets.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations within the Inspection Center.
- Provide mentorship and accountability to your team through effective coaching and performance management.
- Collaborate on the development and execution of strategic plans and objectives aligned with company goals.
- Ensure compliance with operational standards, policies, and performance metrics.
- Foster a positive team environment that encourages communication, collaboration, and adherence to Carvana’s core values.
- Recruit, select, onboard, and train new associates to build a robust supervisory team.
- Oversee training and certification processes for team progression.
- Facilitate production planning to maintain optimal capacity levels.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and loss prevention protocols.