Reconditioning Center Supervisor (Lean Manufacturing)

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

Job summary

Carvana is seeking a Supervisory Manager for the Inspection Center to oversee daily operations, mentor leaders, and drive continuous improvement in a lean manufacturing setting.

The role requires 5+ years of management experience in automotive or lean environments, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage production capacity while maintaining safety standards. This is a full-time on-site position at a Carvana facility.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management experience in automotive or lean manufacturing.
• 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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years.
• Ability to maintain high volume and high-quality content in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with and through teams to achieve results.
• Strong analysis and decision making ability.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime and on weekends.
• Ability to walk up to three miles each day.
• Requires standing for extended periods of time with various physical demands.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center.
• Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through coaching, leadership development and training.
• 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

Management experience

Lean manufacturing

People development

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Carvana is seeking a Supervisory Manager for the Inspection Center to oversee daily operations, mentor leaders, and drive continuous improvement in a lean manufacturing setting.

The role requires 5+ years of management experience in automotive or lean environments, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage production capacity while maintaining safety standards. This is a full-time on-site position at a Carvana facility.