Oversee the operations of an automotive body repair shop to ensure high-quality repairs and streamlined workflow.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Shop Management and Coordination:
Responsible for directing activities within the body repair shop, which includes supervising technicians, ensuring quality standards, managing workflow, customer service, and enforcing safety regulations. The supervisor plays a vital role in delivering timely, cost-effective, and high-quality vehicle repairs while achieving customer satisfaction. - Supervision and Team Management:
- Lead and manage a team of body repair technicians, painters, and shop staff.
- Assign tasks to technicians according to skill level and job priority.
- Ensure staff are trained in current repair techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitor and assess work performance, providing feedback and support as needed.
- Operations Management:
- Oversee daily operations of the body shop, ensuring a smooth workflow and minimizing downtime.
- Inspect vehicles to evaluate repair requirements based on customer needs and damage assessment.
- Ensure all repair work meets safety standards and manufacturer guidelines.
- Develop and maintain work schedules to meet repair deadlines.
- Customer Service:
- Communicate with customers to provide updates on repair status, timelines, and costs.
- Address customer concerns, ensuring satisfaction and resolving any issues.
- Provide repair job estimates and maintain transparency in pricing and procedures.
- Quality Control:
- Perform final quality checks on vehicles before customer return.
- Ensure all repairs align with company and industry standards for safety and aesthetics.
- Monitor compliance with local regulations and best practices in the industry.
- Inventory and Equipment Management:
- Maintain inventory of parts, supplies, and equipment necessary for repairs.
- Ensure all tools and equipment are well-maintained and operational.
- Order replacement parts and materials as needed, managing costs and minimizing waste.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Implement and enforce shop safety protocols and procedures.
- Ensure all technicians adhere to safety standards to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Comply with environmental regulations, including proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Prepare reports on shop performance, productivity, and profitability for management review.
- Accountable for both qualitative and quantitative operations of the body shop.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Skills
a) Generic & Specific Skills:
- Strong technical expertise and effective team management.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken).
- Proficient diagnostic skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Leadership skills.