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Carvana · 4 hours ago

Operations Manager - University Park (2nd shift)

University Park, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Carvana is a company that sells cars while ensuring high quality through rigorous inspection processes. They are seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations in an Inspection Center, manage a team, and ensure adherence to quality and production standards.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesE-Commerce

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operations within the Inspection Center

Provide mentoring and accountability to direct reports and succession planning through appropriate coaching, leadership development and training, and performance management

Participate in the development and execution of strategic plans, goals, and objectives, ensuring alignment with those of the company

Ensure adherence to operating standards, systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards

Create a work and team environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana’s Values

Maintain supervisory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees

Ensure progression path training and certification processes are consistently executed

Train and mentor leads and associates by providing competency-based feedback

Ensure adequate production capacity levels for each line and assist with production planning

Ensure compliance with all health and safety and loss prevention guidelines

Provide vision and guidance to the reconditioning team in meeting performance metrics

Positively reinforce and engage the team regarding quality, production and cost objectives

Participate in and lead problem solving and continuous improvement efforts

Qualification

Management experienceLean manufacturing principlesDeveloping associatesProject deliverablesAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProficient computer skillsTeamwork

Required

5 years of management experience either in automotive or a lean manufacturing environment

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Experience leading and developing associates

Proven ability to obtain project deliverables and company metrics

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Must be at least 18 years of age

Valid unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record in the last 3 years

Ability to maintain high volume and high-quality content in a fast-paced environment

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work with and through teams to achieve results

Strong analysis and decision making ability

Proficient computer skills

Ability to work overtime and on weekends

Ability to walk up to three miles each day

Requires 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

Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels

Requires use of safety equipment and PPE that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment