Operations Manager - 2nd Shift (Portland)

divh2Carvana Reconditioning Manager/h2pAt Carvana, we sell cars but we arent car salesmen. Our promise is simple: we wont sell a car to a customer that we wouldnt sell to our own Mom. To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition, weve built multiple vehicle Reconditioning Centers around the country, where our cars are inspected, perfected, and photographed before reaching the Carvana website. Using our Carvana Certified 150-point inspection process, were able to verify that every vehicle meets our rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards. We strive to provide only the highest quality vehicles to our customers in our mission to deliver a no-hassle, better car buying experience./ppThis is a supervisory position in an Inspection Center overseeing a team carrying out daily operations within a Carvana Inspection Center. The Reconditioning Manager oversees all aspects of the vehicle reconditioning process and directs at least five leads and up to 70 front line associates in a lean manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for maintaining a culture of continuous improvement and high associate engagement while meeting quality, production, and cost objectives./ppThis position is not eligible for visa sponsorship./ppWhat youll be doing:/pulliOversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center./liliProvide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through appropriate coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management./liliParticipate in the development and execution of strategic plans, goals, and objectives, ensuring alignment with those of the company./liliEnsure adherence to operating standards, systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards./liliCreate a work and team environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvanas Values./liliMaintain supervisory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees./liliEnsure progression path training and certification processes are consistently executed./liliTrain and mentor leads and associates by providing competency-based feedback./liliEnsure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with production planning./liliEnsure compliance with all health and safety and loss prevention guidelines./liliProvide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team in meeting performance metrics./liliPositively reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives./liliParticipate in and lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts./li/ulpWhat the job requires:/pulli5 years of management experience either in automotive or a lean manufacturing environment./liliKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles./liliExperience leading and developing associates./liliProven ability to obtain project deliverables and company metrics./liliAbility to read, write, speak and understand English./liliMust be at least 18 years of age./liliValid unrestricted drivers license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years./liliAbility to maintain high volume and high-quality content in a fast-paced environment./liliExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills./liliAbility to work with and through teams to achieve results/liliStrong analysis and decision making ability./liliProficient computer skills./liliAbility to work overtime and on weekends./liliAbility to walk up to three miles each day./liliRequires standing for extended periods of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in an environment that may be cold, hot, noisy, and wet and may have fumes or odors due to vehicle maintenance./liliMust be able to lift up to 40 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels./liliRequires use of safety equipment and PPO that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment./li/ulpThis job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice./ppHiring is contingent on passing a complete background check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship./ppCarvana is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Carvana also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories./p/div