Manager, Reconditioning - Elyria (1st Shift)

Company: Carvana
Location: Elyria
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

About Carvana
At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren t car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we won t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn t sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our car s are in first-rate condition, we ve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website. Using our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection process, we re able to verify that every vehicle meets our rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards.
We strive to provide only the highest quality vehicles to our customers in our mission to deliver a no-hassle, better car buying experience. We are actively looking for passionate and talented individuals who can help us deliver on that promise.
Think you ve got what it takes to join our team? Keep reading below to see what we re looking for!

About the team and position
The Production Manager oversees all aspects of the vehicle reconditioning process and directs at least five leads and up to 70 front line associates in a lean manufacturing environment. The Production Manager maintains a culture of continuous improvement and high associate engagement while meeting quality, production, and cost objectives.
This is a 1st Shift position with a schedule of Monday thru Friday 6am-3pm.

What you ll be doing

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• People Management (40%)
  
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  • Ensure staffing levels are maintained and that there is an adequate backup for each position
    
  • Ensure progression path training and certification process is consistently executed
    
  • Promote teamwork through all levels of associates
    
  • Participate in the selection and hiring process
    
  • Train and mentor leads
    
  • Provide competency-based feedback to leads and associates
    
    
    
  • Standard Operating Procedures (20%)
    
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    • Establish and recommend updates to the standard operating procedures of the area
      
    • Ensure operating standards such as standardized work, operating rules, 5S, and visual management tools are consistently executed
      
      
      
    • Production Management (20%)
      
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      • Take action to determine the most appropriate solution to the problem
        
      • Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with production planning
        
      • Identify problems either through reporting or direct interaction on the shop floor
        
      • Ensure compliance with all health and safety and loss prevention guidelines
        
        
        
      • Leadership (10%)
        
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        • Provide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team in meeting performance metrics
          
        • Positively reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives
          
        • Live the Carvana values
          
          
          
        • Continuous Improvement (10%)
          
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          • Participate in and lead continuous improvement efforts
            
          • Train and mentor associates on problem solving, lead problem solving events
            
            
            
          • Other duties as assigned
            
            
            What you should have
            
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            • Minimum of 5 years of management experience either in automotive or a lean manufacturing environment
              
            • A valid driver s license
              
            • A clean driving record with no more than two moving violations or DUI s in the last three years
              
            • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
              
            • Proven track record of leading and developing associates
              
            • Proven ability to obtain project deliverables and company metrics
              
            • Understanding of the Toyota Production System problem solving model is a plus
              
            • An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing production environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold)
              
            • Excellent oral and written communications skills
              
            • Ability to work with and through teams to achieve results
              
            • Strong analysis and decision making ability
              
            • Proficient computer skills
              
              
              What we ll offer in return
              
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              • Full-Time Position with a competitive salary
                
              • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
                
              • 401K with company match
                
              • A multitude of perks including student loan payments, discounts on vehicles, benefits for your pets, and much more
                
              • A great wellness program to keep you healthy and happy, both physically and mentally
                
              • Access to opportunities to expand your skillset and share your knowledge with others across the organization
                
              • A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development
                
              • A seat in one of the fastest-growing companies in the country
                
                
                Other requirements
                To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.
                
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                • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
                  
                • Must be at least 18 years of age
                  
                • Must have a valid driver's license
                  
                • A clean driving record with no more than two moving violations or DUI s in the last three years
                  
                • Work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions
                  
                • Use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials
                  
                • May be requested to work overtime and weekends for special programs and events.
                  
                • Frequent standing and sitting with varying periods of each
                  
                • Lift up to 40 pounds frequently
                  
                • Walk up to three miles each day
                  
                  
                  Of course, we ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs.
                  
                  Legal stuff
                  Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
                  Carvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
                  Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
                  
                  
                  

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