Automotive Parts Line Lead

About Carvana

At Carvana, we sell cars but we aren’t car salesmen.  Our promise is simple: we won’t sell a car to a customer that we wouldn’t sell to our own Mom. Period. To make sure our cars are in first-rate condition,  we’ve 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, we’re 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. We are actively looking for passionate and talented individuals who can help us deliver on that promise. 

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our team? Keep reading below to see what we’re looking for!

Job Description

As a Line Lead in our Parts department, you will have the opportunity to work at one of our Inspection Centers, directly managing and developing a team of hourly associates while leading the team to provide necessary automotive parts to our teams in a timely and cost-efficient manner. This role  will work closely with associates, the local Parts Manager, and production leaders across the Inspection Center to successfully find and order needed automotive parts and manage our inventory. The ideal candidate will be goal-oriented, approachable, energetic, and self-motivated, with the ability to interact and communicate with all levels of the organization. 

What you’ll be doing

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Leverage  expertise to understand our processes and propose improvements when necessary. 
• Manage our parts processes to ensure parts are ordered correctly and in a timely, cost-efficient manner.
• Manage and lead the associate team to successfully execute to the desired metrics/results identified by site leadership. 
• Lead and develop a team of parts associates in finding required parts, analyzing cost and managing  orders and inventory. 
• Train and develop hourly associates to effectively  use necessary reporting and systems and   execute our Parts processes.
• Conscientiously work in ways that decrease the possibility of injury to yourself or other team members and ensure the Parts area meets all necessary safety standards and requirements. 
• Meet or exceed key metrics and goals on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Conduct business within Carvana policies and procedures.
• Act ethically, with integrity and in the best interest of the customer and the business at all times. 
• Portray a positive image of Carvana and actively participate in the creation of a positive, professional work environment.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills and Experience

This position requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive parts or inventory management in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a high-level understanding of inventory management, parts sourcing and ordering, and third-party vendor relationships and interactions. Requirements include: 

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive parts or inventory management in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. 
• Demonstrated experience working with a wide variety of automotive parts. 
• A valid Driver’s License. 
• A clean driving record with no more than two moving violations or DUI’s in the last three years. 
• A positive, can-do attitude with a desire to work in a team setting. 
• Ability to physically operate vehicle equipment and tools. 
• A quality-first mentality that takes pride in upholding Carvana’s vehicle quality standards. 
• Strong, consistent attention to detail. 
• Moderate understanding of vehicle mechanical repair. 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures and guidelines. 
• Ability to review, analyze, identify problems, and make decisions. 
• An ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while sometimes being exposed to excessive weather conditions (heat/cold). 
• Strong communication skills to engage with all departments at the Inspection Center. 

It would be great if you also had

• Experience leading and developing  hourly, front-line associates. 
• Experience working in the Automotive Industry or in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience working for a fast-paced hyper-growth company
• Demonstrated experience working with a wide variety of automotive parts. 

The Line Lead, Parts will report to the Parts Manager, and will be an hourly full-time position. No travel is required.  

What we’ll offer in return

• Competitive hourly wages, plus a $1.00 shift differential.
• On the job training
• 100% company-paid healthcare premiums for employees
• Excellent schedules that allow for work/life balance
• 401k with company match 
• ASE and Tool Reimbursement Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Vehicle Discount
• A company culture of growth, with a start-up atmosphere, allowing for varied and rapid career development
• A leadership team that listens and is geared toward teammate engagement

Other requirements

To be able to do your job at Carvana, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Physical demands

• This job position is designated as a safety-sensitive position
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds independently; majority of lifting from knee to shoulder heights; other lifting required from various levels
• Must be able to carry and transport up to 60 pounds up to 20 feet
• Requires standing for an extended period of time with frequent stretching, reaching, walking and 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
• Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity
• Requires  use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, masks, and other protective garments and equipment 
• Requires frequent driving and some typing
• Must adhere to regular and predictable attendance 

Of course, we’ll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

Legal 

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Carvana 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.

Please note this 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.