Body Shop Production Coordinator

The Jim Pattison Auto Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Exclusive discount offers

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition and rewards program

Opportunities for growth and developm­

Job summary

Jim Pattison Collision & Glass in Winnipeg is seeking a Production Coordinator to organize day-to-day shop activities and keep repairs on schedule. You will work with technicians, estimators, parts and management to ensure a smooth customer experience.

The role involves coordinating priorities, tracking progress, communicating updates, and maintaining an organized production calendar while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive collision repair or solid understanding of the collision repair process.
• Knowledge of MPI claims and repair process is an asset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize work in a fast-paced collision centre.
• Leadership experience is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate repair priorities and track vehicle progress.
• Share updates with technicians, estimators, parts and management; resolve delays.
• Maintain an organized production schedule and communicate with customers/insurance partners as needed.
• Ensure repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Foster a positive, accountable team culture and support daily operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Leadership experience

Job description

Introduction

Jim Pattison Collision & Glass is looking for an organized, motivated Production Coordinator to join our team in Winnipeg! In this role, you’ll help coordinate the shop’s day-to-day activities, keeping repairs on track and supporting the team in delivering quality work on time. You’ll work closely with technicians, estimators, parts, and management to help ensure customers have a smooth, positive experience throughout the repair process. If you’re team-oriented, well organized, have collision repair experience, and take pride in getting the job done right, we’d love to hear from you!

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position of 40 hours per week. Regular hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch.

Reports to

Collision Manager

About Us

The Jim Pattison Auto Group, a division of the Jim Pattison Group, was established in 1961 when Jimmy Pattison acquired a GM franchise. Today, the organization operates 28 locations across Western Canada, representing 16 automotive brands. Learn more about us here: https://www.jpautogroup.com/dealership/about.htm

A Day in the Life

As a Production Coordinator, you’ll help keep our collision centre’s daily operations organized and running smoothly, working closely with technicians, estimators, parts, management, and other team members to help vehicles move efficiently through the repair process.

Your day will include coordinating repair priorities, tracking vehicle progress, sharing updates, helping identify and resolve delays, and ensuring the team has what they need to keep repairs on schedule. You’ll also help maintain an organized production schedule and communicate with customers and insurance partners as needed.

This is a hands-on role where strong organization, communication, and follow-through are essential. You’ll be a key part of the team, helping create a positive work environment while ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

This leadership position suits someone who understands collision repair, knows how to keep a busy production environment organized, and takes pride in building a positive, accountable team culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in automotive collision repair, or a solid understanding of the collision repair process
• Knowledge of the Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) claims and repair process is an asset
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize work in a fast-paced collision centre
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively with technicians, estimators, parts teams, management, customers, and insurance partners
• A positive, professional, team-oriented attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and flag potential delays or issues
• Ability to take initiative, follow through on responsibilities, and keep the team informed
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience is an asset but not required

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Exclusive discount offers
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Recognition and rewards program
• Opportunities for growth and development, from customer service to administration
• Great colleagues and a positive work environment

This role requires successful candidates to complete a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].