Operations Manager - Chesterfield (2nd shift)
Core
Supervise daily operations of a vehicle reconditioning inspection center, managing a team of up to 70 associates in a lean manufacturing environment to ensure quality, production, and cost objectives.
Role type
Senior IC operations manager (lean manufacturing)
Builds
Vehicle reconditioning and inspection processes for Carvana's online car sales platform
Domain
Automotive retail / Lean manufacturing
Required skills
Lean manufacturing principles, team leadership, strategic planning, operational compliance, problem solving, data analysis, project management
Preferred skills
Automotive industry experience, coaching and development, continuous improvement methodologies
Technologies
Lean manufacturing systems, performance tracking tools
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center, mentor and develop direct reports, ensure adherence to operating standards and safety guidelines, maintain production capacity levels, lead continuous improvement efforts, recruit and train supervisory staff
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC