Automotive Reconditioning Center Lead

Xcite Automotive; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcite Automotive in Clearwater, FL, seeks an Automotive Center Operations Manager to lead daily reconditioning operations, ensure vehicles move efficiently through production, and uphold dealership standards.

The role requires hands-on detailing knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to use KPI data to improve turnaround times and quality. Compensation is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading automotive reconditioning, detailing, or dealership operations.
• Hands-on knowledge of detailing, vehicle reconditioning, and quality control.
• Proven ability to manage workflow, staffing, and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily automotive reconditioning operations including detailing and repairs.
• Lead team members, assign work, set priorities, and monitor schedules.
• Coordinate vehicle flow through reconditioning to meet production targets.
• Track KPIs: turnaround time, labor efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Review reports to identify bottlenecks and implement improvements.
• Coach and develop staff, ensure safety and quality standards.
• Manage staffing, attendance, and labor based on volume.
• Maintain accurate production records and KPI dashboards.
• Collaborate with vendors and service providers in the process.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive operations

Vendor management

KPI reporting

Team training

Quality control

Job description

Xcite Automotive in Clearwater, FL, seeks an Automotive Center Operations Manager to lead daily reconditioning operations, ensure vehicles move efficiently through production, and uphold dealership standards.

The role requires hands-on detailing knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to use KPI data to improve turnaround times and quality. Compensation is negotiable based on experience.