About the job
Join the Carvana Revolution!
At Carvana, we don’t just sell cars; we redefine the car buying experience. Our commitment is simple yet profound: we will only sell cars we would offer to our own family. To ensure our vehicles are in pristine condition, we've established state-of-the-art Reconditioning Centers across the nation, where each vehicle undergoes a meticulous inspection, enhancement, and photography process before being showcased on our website. Through our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection protocol, we guarantee that every car meets our stringent mechanical and aesthetic criteria. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional, hassle-free car buying journey, and we are on the lookout for dedicated, talented individuals to help us fulfill that promise.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Read on to discover more about the opportunity!
Position Summary:
The Reconditioning Manager plays a pivotal role in our Inspection Center, supervising a dynamic team responsible for daily operations. You will lead all facets of the vehicle reconditioning process, guiding at least five leads and up to 70 frontline associates within a lean manufacturing setting. This position is crucial for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high employee engagement, while achieving quality, production, and cost goals.
This role does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
- Mentor and hold accountable your direct reports while planning for succession through effective coaching and performance management.
- Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Ensure compliance with operational standards, policies, and performance metrics.
- Create a positive team environment that promotes effective communication and aligns with Carvana's core values.
- Recruit, select, orient, and train new employees to maintain a strong supervisory team.
- Implement training and certification processes to ensure consistent employee development.
- Provide training and feedback to leads and associates based on competency.
- Support production planning to maintain adequate capacity levels for all lines.
- Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and loss prevention guidelines.