Lead, Vehicle Reconditioning & Lean Operations

Carvana; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to supervise operations in the Inspection Center. You will oversee daily activities, mentor leads and associates, and drive continuous improvement to meet quality, production, and cost objectives.

You will lead a lean, fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and adherence to standards while developing teams and coordinating capacity planning. This role requires extensive leadership experience in automotive or lean manufacturing and a commitment to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in automotive or lean manufacturing.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience leading and developing associates.
• Proven ability to deliver projects and meet company metrics.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with teams to achieve results.
• Strong analysis and decision-making ability.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime and on weekends.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Use of safety equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
• Mentor and develop leads and associates through coaching, leadership development and training.
• Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans and objectives.
• Ensure adherence to standards, policies, procedures and performance standards.
• Create a work environment that fosters positive communication and Carvana values.
• Maintain supervisory staff through recruiting, onboarding, and training.
• Ensure progression path training and certification processes are executed.
• Provide competency-based feedback to leads and associates.
• Manage production capacity and assist with planning.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and loss prevention guidelines.
• Provide vision and guidance to achieve performance metrics.
• Reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and costs.
• Lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Management experience

Lean manufacturing

People development

Project delivery

English proficiency

Job description

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to supervise operations in the Inspection Center. You will oversee daily activities, mentor leads and associates, and drive continuous improvement to meet quality, production, and cost objectives.

You will lead a lean, fast-paced environment, ensuring safety and adherence to standards while developing teams and coordinating capacity planning. This role requires extensive leadership experience in automotive or lean manufacturing and a commitment to