Body Shop Director Chapman Auto Stores Lancaster PA

CHAPMAN AUTO GROUP

$160K — $180K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of body shop management experience
  • 5+ years in body shop estimating with proficiency in estimating software
  • Strong knowledge of collision industry insurance procedures
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to collaborate effectively
  • Ability to meet and consistently exceed performance deadlines
  • Valid driver's license and authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Lead overall facility management and team leadership
  • Ensure high shop performance through efficient workflow and quality standards
  • Assign and prioritize repair jobs for Body Technicians
  • Support customer interactions and manage vehicle intake and estimates during busy times
  • Monitor adherence to quality, safety, and payroll protocols
  • Communicate effectively within the team to maintain production flow
  • Oversee the recruitment, coaching, and professional development of team members

Benefits

  • Health insurance with various medical plan options
  • Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and additional health-related insurances
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
  • Accrued paid time off for work-life balance
  • Vehicle purchase program for employees
  • Discounts on parts and services
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
Full Job Description
Description

$160,000-$180,000

Position Requirements:

Knowledge of Collision Industry including high-level knowledge of insurance procedures and requirements for a variety of carriers

Aptitude in decision-making and problem solving

Ability to lead and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and achieve successful results

Proficient knowledge and use of estimating software

Proficient with Computers and other technology

Valid driver's license required

Legally authorized to work in the United States

Responsible for the overall leadership and management of the facility

Monitor and maintain company targets and standards for performance and growth

Manage a shop that by all standards (especially, KPI's, Customer Service, Quality and Profitability) is in the top 10% of the industry

Model and holds team accountable for providing the highest level of customer service in the industry and living the Crash Champions Total Sales Attitude (TSA) every day

Recruit, manage and develop employees for future growth within our organization

Measures quality standards by performing in-process and final quality checks

Facilitates and nurtures relationships with insurance accounts, agents and customers

Excels in a fast paced, competitive work environment while ensuring positive employee morale

Creating and instilling a sense of urgency with the team to exceed goals

Ensure that the shop is maintained, organized, and looks good inside and out

Responsibilities:

Manage the front and back of shop from vehicle intake through delivery to ensure a high level of shop throughput, production quality and efficiency, such that the location meets or surpasses KPIs

Responsible for assigning repair jobs to Body Technicians and prioritizing vehicles for teardown or paint

Support teammates during peak times by receiving customers, checking-in vehicles and writing estimates as needed

Ensure all repairs are in line with I-Car quality standards, all repairs are billed accurately and correctly, and back of shop PPE protocol is upheld for teammate safety

Ensure production staff adheres to punch-in/out guidelines and flag-hour procedures for weekly payroll processing and manage staff PTO, vacation or leave

Communicate with team (Body Technicians, Repair Planners, Shop Assistants) to ensure production is moving as needed to meet delivery requirements

Responsible for understanding all teammate position requirements, interviewing and hiring the best candidates for roles based on skills and experience, and providing individual teammate performance coaching, feedback and support for growth/progression opportunities

Experience:
  • Body Shop Management: 5 years (Required)
  • Body Shop Estimating: 5 years (Required)
  • CCC One: 5 years (Preferred)
  • DRP: 2 years (Preferred)


Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • Health insurance with choice of medical plans starting at $84.50/month
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Life, STD, LTD, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance
  • 401(k) retirement investment plan with company match
  • Accrued paid time off
  • Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
  • Parts and service discounts
  • Professional work environment, with job training and advancement opportunities

Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

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