Lean Reconditioning Center Supervisor

Socket.dev; Delanco Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to oversee the Inspection Center, leading 5+ leads and up to 70 associates in a lean manufacturing environment. You will drive continuous improvement, maintain safety standards, and ensure quality and production goals are met.

The role emphasizes coaching, strategic planning, and staff development to sustain high engagement and cost efficiency. Visa sponsorship is not available, and strong leadership is required.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience either in automotive or a lean manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience leading and developing associates.
• Proven ability to obtain project deliverables and company metrics.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
• Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through appropriate coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management.
• Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans, goals, and objectives, ensuring alignment with those of the company.
• Ensure adherence to operating standards, systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Create a work and team environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana’s Values.
• Maintain supervisory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Ensure progression path training and certification processes are consistently executed.
• Train and mentor leads and associates by providing competency-based feedback.
• Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with production planning.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety and loss prevention guidelines.
• Provide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team in meeting performance metrics.
• Positively reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives.
• Participate in and lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Management experience

Team development

Communication skills

English proficiency

Job description

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to oversee the Inspection Center, leading 5+ leads and up to 70 associates in a lean manufacturing environment. You will drive continuous improvement, maintain safety standards, and ensure quality and production goals are met.

The role emphasizes coaching, strategic planning, and staff development to sustain high engagement and cost efficiency. Visa sponsorship is not available, and strong leadership is required.