Automotive Fixed Operations Manager

About Dent Wizard

Dent Wizard is the nation's undisputed leader in automotive reconditioning services and vehicle protection products - and our success is the result of the great people who serve our customers. We're stable, growing and have a strong business model, with opportunities in 43 states, 2.5 million vehicles repaired every year and more than 3,000 highly skilled employees. Help us reach new heights and receive the respect, rewards and recognition you deserve.

Fixed Operations Manager Job Description


Reporting to a District Manager a Fixed Operations Manager is a front-line sales and management position responsible for leading organic revenue growth and developing Technicians at a limited number of work-sites.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities


Leadership


Acts as Team Leader and mentor to Technicians


Maintains daily contact with Technicians both in-person and over-the-phone


Schedules Technicians and distributes work-load


Works with DM/ROD/RVP to ensure staffing levels meet existing and upcoming new business needs


Hires new Technicians and coordinates the smooth transition through orientation into regular service


Ensures Technicians receive appropriate technical support to maximize production


Shares methods, aids, and techniques to enhance Technician performance


Identifies high-potential Technicians and schedules advanced and cross training opportunities


Communicates employee strengths and opportunities for improvement


Provides balanced "in-the-moment" feedback


Proactively addresses performance deficiencies and takes steps to correct


Writes development plans when necessary


Authors and conducts formal performance reviews annually


Operations


Acts as the "Pivot-point" between customers, Technicians, and home office


Initiates new business relationships at auctions, rental agencies, and auto dealers


Builds on current customer relationships to effectively expand into new services


Educates client managers and service writers about reconditioning services such as PDR, partial bumper and wheel restoration.


Conducts weekly/monthly utilization review of client/department accounts


Checks the quality of reconditioned repairs to ensure Company standards


Utilizes quality checks as aids to create additional revenue opportunities


Leads monthly Technician meetings to share the happenings and direction of the Company


Checks the quality of reconditioned repairs to ensure Company standards


Utilizes quality checks as aids to create additional revenue opportunities


Improves personal sales skills, knowledge, and abilities


Administrative


Oversees compliance with all facility regulatory standards and Company policies


Ensures Company supplies, tents, vehicles and equipment are kept clean and orderly


Manages supply levels and inventories while controlling shop waste


Reinforces Company expectations regarding professionalism ie. customer service, quality, dress code


Prepares operational updates and Technician performance reports


Qualifications


Experience coaching and managing team performance


Background managing multiple projects with various timelines and often conflicting priorities


Service orientation with ability to work across sales channels to create added value


Demonstrated presentation skills


Credible and persuasive communicator and active listener


Solid understanding of financial results and material costs


Proper judgment and common-sense decision-making when solving problems and creating solutions


Knowledge of pertinent local and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations


The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

The starting compensation is expected to be:
$65,178.00-$81,498.00/annual salary

We 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 Wizard's Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io.