Reconditioning Center Operations Manager

Carvana; Tracy, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to oversee daily operations in the Inspection Center and to direct a team of leads and front-line associates within a lean manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes producing high-quality vehicles while meeting cost objectives.

The position requires strong leadership, coaching and training skills, with a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and adherence to Carvana's values.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience in automotive or lean manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience leading and developing associates.
• Proven ability to achieve project deliverables and company metrics.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
• Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through coaching and training.
• Participate in development and execution of strategic plans aligned with company goals.
• Ensure adherence to operating standards, policies, and performance standards.
• Create a work environment that encourages positive communication and team cohesion.
• 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 with competency-based feedback.
• Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with planning.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and loss prevention guidelines.
• Provide vision to the reconditioning team to meet performance metrics.
• Reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives.
• Lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Management experience

Lean manufacturing

Leading and developing associates

Project deliverables

English proficiency

Driver's license

Communication skills

Team leadership

Decision making

Proficient computer skills

Job description

Carvana is seeking a Reconditioning Manager to oversee daily operations in the Inspection Center and to direct a team of leads and front-line associates within a lean manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes producing high-quality vehicles while meeting cost objectives.

The position requires strong leadership, coaching and training skills, with a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and adherence to Carvana's values.