Autobody Supervisor (2nd Shift)

About Carvana

Carvana sells cars without the typical car‑salesman approach, promising to only sell a vehicle that we would feel comfortable giving to our own Mom. Our Reconditioning Centers inspect, perfect, and photograph each car using a 150‑point Certified inspection to ensure rigorous mechanical and cosmetic standards, delivering a no‑hassle, better car‑buying experience.

Position Overview

The Autobody Supervisor is a front‑line leadership role responsible for directly managing and developing a team of hourly associates in an Inspection Center to consistently achieve production targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the movement of cars into and out of the Inspection Center safely for repairs while meeting or exceeding set production and quality goals.
• Meet or exceed inventory production goals on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Oversee day‑to‑day activities of the assigned team; identify strengths and weaknesses, determine areas of opportunity, and implement improvement steps.
• Engage the team, provide coaching, development, and performance management; offer feedback and demonstrate desired skills.
• Create a work environment that inspires positive communication, team cohesion, and adherence to Carvana’s Values.
• Proactively communicate expectations, performance measures, and goals to team members.
• Prevent and resolve conflict among team members.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to systems, policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Review and approve identified mechanical and physical defects of incoming inventory.
• Lead production associates and partner with the Inspection Center General Manager to repair or reject inventory based on estimated repair cost and overall vehicle quality.
• Train production associates using Quality Control standards to identify and complete repairs effectively and efficiently the first time, minimizing re‑checks and delays.
• Identify and complete repairs efficiently to minimize re‑work and production delays.
• Work in ways that decrease the possibility of injury to yourself or others, addressing spills and other hazardous conditions.
• Effectively manage multiple associates, ensuring appropriate employee development and performance management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience using computers.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Functional expertise in one or more areas of Carvana’s reconditioning process.
• Understanding of current reconditioning processes and lean principles.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUIs and no more than two moving violations in the last 3 years).
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently; most lifting from knee to shoulder height, with additional lifting from various levels.
• Ability to stand for extended periods with frequent stretching, reaching, walking, stooping, pushing, and/or pulling in environments that may be cold, hot, noisy, wet, and may contain fumes or odors.
• Use of safety equipment such as face shield or goggles, non‑slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments as required.
• Ability to maintain high volume and high‑quality output in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective delegation of tasks to team members.
• Professional, courteous communication and interaction with others.
• Clear and concise written and oral communication skills.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization abilities.
• Capability to resolve complex issues with guidance.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and variable schedules as necessary.
• Ability to work with reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Benefits

• Full‑time position with a competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Perks including student loan payments, vehicle discounts, pet benefits, and more.
• Wellness program supporting physical and mental health.
• Opportunities to expand skillsets and share knowledge across the organization.
• Culture of internal promotions with a start‑up atmosphere for rapid career development.
• Seat in one of the fastest‑growing companies in the country.

Schedule

• Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Variable schedules as needed.