FIP Supervisor - JLR

Ports America Shared Services, Inc.; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

IAP, LLC is seeking a qualified supervisor for FIP inspections in Brunswick, GA. The role centers on supervising daily inspection activities, coaching inspectors, and ensuring quality and safety compliance across vehicles.

You will review documentation, enter data into the JLR system, and oversee the inspection of essential components. Overtime may be required in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Supervise daily FIP inspection activities and ensure quality standards.
• Lead and coach inspectors to meet performance expectations.
• Perform visual vehicle inspections and document defects.
• Review inspection docs and ensure accurate data entry in JLR or required systems.
• Oversee inspection of doors, locks, seatbelts, and related components.
• Ensure installation of required materials and safety advisories.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily inspection workflow and ensure safety compliance.
• Coordinate scheduling, staffing coverage, and overtime as needed.
• Address inspection discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Authorize vehicle release for service or further work as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Inspection & QA

Data entry

Vehicle inspection

Communication

Documentation review

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

JLR system

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily FIP inspection activities, ensuring workflow efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
• Lead, train, coach, and evaluate FIP Inspectors to ensure performance expectations are met.
• Perform and oversee visual inspections of vehicles, including walking around vehicles to inspect for defects, damages, and imperfections.
• Review and validate inspection documentation (VCR/CPO) and ensure accurate data entry into the JLR system or other required systems.
• Oversee inspection of functional operations including doors, window locks, seatbelts, steering, compartments, seat covers, emergency releases, keys, and related components.
• Ensure proper installation of required materials including guides, manuals, warnings, floormats, and other CPO-adherent items.
• Authorize vehicle release for further service and/or additional work as needed.
• Monitor yard and operational safety practices, including ensuring a spotter is present when vehicles are backing up.
• Maintain compliance with company safety policies, OEM requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Address inspection discrepancies, elevate quality concerns, and coordinate corrective actions as necessary.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing coverage, and overtime coordination as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift: Monday‑Friday 7:00am‑3:30pm with possible overtime and/or weekend work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Badge) issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Experience operating automatic and manual (straight shift) vehicles.
• Prior experience in vehicle inspection, quality control, or automotive operations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team development capabilities.
• Proven commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Working Conditions

• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work at heights of approximately 15 feet.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 20 lbs.
• Extended periods of standing, kneeling, and bending.
• Exposure to outdoor elements including heat, cold, rain, insects, and other environmental conditions.

NOTE

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

IAP, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.