Vehicle Operations Check in Specialist I (Manheim)

Cox Enterprises; Matteson (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cox Enterprises seeks an auction support associate to input vehicle data into AS400, affix stock stickers, and manage work orders. The role requires attention to detail and adherence to safety procedures.

Responsibilities include directing transporters, reporting damages, and ensuring proper windshield codes for sale vehicles. A valid driver’s license and basic computer skills are required. The position is on site with evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping.
• Regularly stand, walk, reach, talk and hear during shifts.
• Safe driving is required; valid driver’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Input accurate vehicle information into AS400 using TC-75, including VIN, stock number, dealer ID, make, model, year, mileage, color, options.
• Affix barcode/stock number stickers to each vehicle on arrival.
• Apply work order numbers and routing labels to vehicles.
• Identify and flag vehicles with no keys.
• Direct transporters to designated vehicle drop zones and report damage as required.
• Provide proper sale identification windshield codes.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Input accurate vehicle information into the AS400 system using a handheld device (TC-75), including:
  • VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Stock number
  • Dealer ID
  • Make, model, year, mileage, color, options
• Affix barcode/stock number stickers to each vehicle upon arrival
• Apply work order numbers and routing labels to vehicles
• Identify and flag “no key” vehicles
• Direct transporters to designated vehicle drop zones
• Inspect and report transport damage as required
• Provide proper sale identification windshield codes

Data Protection & Vehicle Preparation

• Remove and clear all personal information from vehicles, including documents, saved contacts, and identifiable items
• Reset or remove navigation system data (addresses, history, Bluetooth pairings, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with company policies regarding customer data privacy and security

Safety & Team Support

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by following all safety procedures and guidelines
• Support Safety Excellence initiatives and work with leadership on safety activities
• Assist with additional operational duties as assigned, including:
  • Driving vehicles through auction lanes on sale days

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Generally, less than 2 years’ experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required
• Basic computer skills required.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat and climb.
• Ability to lift 1-15 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Schedule:

• WEDNESDAY -SUNDAY 1:30 PM-10:00 PM SHIFT

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–3 years of auction or vehicle registration experience
• Ability to drive both manual and automatic transmission vehicles

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb