Automotive Detail Team Lead (Hands-On)

Snethkamp CDJR of Midland; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Matching Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Midland, MI is seeking a motivated Detail Manager to lead vehicle detailing operations and uphold high standards before delivery. Hands-on leadership, ownership of the department, and a focus on team performance are key to this role.

The ideal candidate has automotive detailing experience and is ready to advance into a leadership position, driving quality, safety, and customer satisfaction across all detailing activities.

Qualifications

• Previous automotive detailing experience required; supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold team members accountable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, schedule, and motivate the vehicle detailing team.
• Oversee daily detailing operations and ensure vehicles are completed on schedule.
• Inspect completed vehicles to ensure they meet dealership standards for cleanliness, presentation, and quality.
• Establish and maintain efficient detailing processes and workflow.
• Coordinate vehicle priorities with the Sales, Service, Used Car, and Management teams.
• Ensure new and used inventory is properly cleaned and presentation-ready.
• Monitor and maintain detailing supplies, equipment, chemicals, and inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized detail area.
• Ensure team members follow proper procedures for cleaning interiors, exteriors, engines, wheels, and other vehicle surfaces.
• Address quality-control issues and ensure vehicles are reconditioned appropriately.
• Track productivity, turnaround times, and department performance.
• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Follow all dealership safety policies and applicable environmental and chemical-handling procedures.
• Hands-on detailing and leading by example.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Snethkamp Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Midland, MI is seeking a motivated Detail Manager to lead vehicle detailing operations and uphold high standards before delivery. Hands-on leadership, ownership of the department, and a focus on team performance are key to this role.

The ideal candidate has automotive detailing experience and is ready to advance into a leadership position, driving quality, safety, and customer satisfaction across all detailing activities.