Fixed Operations Manager - Automotive
Fixed Operations Manager - Automotive
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$ 75000 - 90000
1 Vacancy
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For a quick application text APPLY1 to 82174
About Dent Wizard
Dent Wizard is the nations undisputed leader in automotive reconditioning services and vehicle protection products and our success is the result of the great people who serve our customers. Were stable growing and have a strong business model with opportunities in 43 states 2.5 million vehicles repaired every year and more than 3000 highly skilled employees. Help us reach new heights and receive the respect rewards and recognition you deserve.
Reporting to a District Manager the Fixed Operations Manager position is responsible for the growth increased utilization and management of assigned locations that could include auctions dealers rentals or fixed sites in his/her geographic area. Primary duties include the supervision of PDR Paint Wheel Interior InFleet/DeFleet operations and technicians while at the same time managing the vehicle flow and demands of each customer.
Daily/Weekly Operations
- Effectively penetrate all growth opportunities increasing utilization within assigned locations to include internal departments such as new preowned and service.
- Seek out new business opportunities; effectively building relations and creating opportunities while evaluating needs.
- Ensure compliance with company policies including all pertinent employment safety environmental laws and requirements to ensure a workplace that safeguards the rights and physical wellbeing of every employee.
- Walk and check in with assigned operation locations to maximizing all opportunities within the program limits.
- As reconditioning repairs are finished conduct quality control checks to ensure repair meets standards. Distribute redo list and follow up to ensure that appropriate repairs are completed.
- Ensure all technicians and other personnel have proper direction ample work load and working at peak efficiency.
- Manage all paint supplies and controlling waste while keeping sufficient stock.
- Communicate with the DM/ROD as to any pertinent situation possible opportunity and help create a plan for implementation if deemed a viable opportunity.
- Prepare an operational update/report for DM/ROD outlining technician performance and accounts in the assigned area.
- Work with Hail Department to prepare hail estimates as needed.
Training
- Coordinate new hire orientation to ensure smooth transition for new employees into the organization.
- Conduct monthly meetings; providing assistance tips and feedback on sales tools and other performanceenhancement skills.
- Ensure all technicians receive proper technical support to maximize their reconditioning skills.
- Identify and schedule candidates for advanced training cross training and/or new product implementation.
- Continue personal development to advance knowledge improve operations and further develop sales skills staying ahead of the market.
People Management
- Act as Team Leader and mentor to Technicians by remaining in close contact daily through a combination of telephone and inperson interface.
- Proactively identify and resolve issues with employee performance.
- Work with DM/ROD/RVP to ensure proper staffing levels are met to handle current and new business opportunities
- Conduct informal and formal performance reviews to ensure employees are aware of their strengths and opportunities for improvement and develop plans to improve their performance and average monthly billings.
- Promote the happenings and direction of DW by conducting monthly technician meetings.
Customer Relations
- Work with designated management/service writers and educate regarding Dent Wizards PDR paint repair processes and other reconditioning services.
- Ensure that any DW supplies tents vehicles or equipment is kept clean and orderly at all times.
- Visit all assigned locations (existing or target) weekly to build stronger or new relationships with any decision makers.
- Promote DWs reconditioning services people and direction in a positive manner.
- If applicable walk and estimate whole sale body line and turn back vehicles on a regular basis to find opportunities.
- Conduct weekly/monthly reviews with certain customers and departments.
Qualifications
- Outstanding communication skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage coach and lead others.
- Excellent timemanagement skills.
- Paint body shop PDR or reconditioning skills a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to create and/or implement processes.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Basic computer skills; Excel Word email.
- Proven ability to sell.
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications experience and geographic location.
The starting compensation is expected to be:
$75000.00 $90000.00We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off medical dental vision and 401k match 50 on the dollar up to 7 of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet.
EOE Statement: Dent Wizard is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age veteran status political affiliation sexual orientation marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act* or any other legally protected status with respect to employment opportunities.
*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application or any portions of same based on the impact of a disability should contact Dent Wizards Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
