Automotive Appearance & Operations Manager

Honda; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda is seeking an Automotive Appearance & Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the vehicle appearance and reconditioning team in Elyria, OH. This hands-on leadership role requires organizing production schedules, coordinating with Sales and Inventory, and driving efficiency to ensure customer-ready vehicles.

The ideal candidate will oversee a diverse team, maintain quality standards, and own the process from vehicle arrival to completion, with compensation up to $75,000

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in automotive, dealership, or fast-paced operations.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and uphold accountability.
• Professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient with scheduling systems, email, and MS Office.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Automotive experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the team with accountability for productivity and quality.
• Plan and manage production schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Oversee daily workflow; identify bottlenecks and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with Sales, Inventory, and vendors to keep moving.
• Manage resources and drive continuous process improvement.
• Maintain high standards for customer readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & Scheduling

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office

Driving License

Tools

Scheduling systems

Microsoft Office

Email & Office tools

Job description

Description

Compensation: Up to $75,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and performance

We are seeking a highly organized, polished, and hands-on Automotive Appearance & Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our vehicle appearance and reconditioning team.

This position is responsible for keeping vehicles moving efficiently through the appearance and reconditioning process while maintaining high standards for quality, productivity, timeliness, and customer readiness.

The ideal candidate is a confident leader who can manage a diverse team, build and maintain production schedules, hold employees accountable to deadlines, coordinate with vendors and suppliers, and work closely with Sales and Inventory Management to ensure a seamless process from vehicle arrival through completion.

This is an operations leadership position for someone who takes ownership, solves problems, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the team by setting clear expectations, providing coaching and feedback, and maintaining accountability for productivity, quality, attendance, and performance.
• Plan and manage production schedules to ensure vehicles are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time.
• Oversee daily workflow by monitoring vehicle progress, identifying bottlenecks, and resolving operational issues that impact turnaround times.
• Coordinate across departments with Sales, Inventory Management, vendors, and suppliers to prioritize vehicles and keep the process moving.
• Manage department resources including supplies, equipment, records, and operational systems to support efficiency and productivity.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve processes, workflow, quality, and overall department performance.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership or management experience in automotive, dealership, production, logistics, fleet, or another fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, time-management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead a diverse team, establish expectations, and hold employees accountable.
• Professional and confident communication skills with employees, management, vendors, and other departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, efficiency, and results.
• Comfortable using computers, scheduling systems, email, and Microsoft Office or similar programs.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Automotive or dealership experience preferred, but not required for the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important operational function within a growing automotive organization. We are looking for someone who wants to lead people, improve processes, solve problems, and make a measurable impact on the business.

Compensation: Up to $75,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and performance.