Automotive Production Lead (1st Shift)
Core
Front-line supervisor managing hourly associates in an Inspection Center to inspect, repair, and photograph vehicles for sale, ensuring they meet rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards.
Role type
Senior IC automotive production lead (supervisor)
Builds
Reconditioned vehicles sold via Carvana's online platform
Domain
Automotive retail / Vehicle reconditioning
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team management, production target achievement, quality control inspection, conflict resolution, safety compliance, lean principles, task delegation, performance management, defect identification, repair oversight
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Manage vehicle movement into and out of the Inspection Center safely; meet daily, weekly, and monthly inventory production goals; oversee day-to-day team activities and identify areas for improvement; provide coaching, development, and performance management to associates; create a positive team environment adhering to company values; communicate expectations, performance measures, and goals to the team; prevent and resolve team conflicts; monitor adherence to systems, policies, and procedures; review and approve mechanical and physical defects of incoming inventory; partner with the General Manager to repair or reject inventory based on cost and quality; train associates on Quality Control standards to complete repairs efficiently; ensure safety compliance regarding hazardous conditions and equipment use; manage multiple associates including employee development and performance tracking.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC