About this role
Company: Modern Automotive
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Modern Automotive Body Shop
About the Position
Modern is seeking a motivated and experienced Body Shop Assistant Manager to join our team! This individual will work closely with the Body Shop Manager to oversee daily operations, support employees, maintain production efficiency, and ensure an exceptional customer experience.
The ideal candidate is a strong leader with collision repair experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to keep a fast-paced body shop operating efficiently. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys working with a team, solving problems, and delivering quality results.
What You'll Do
- Assist the Body Shop Manager with overseeing daily body shop operations and achieving departmental goals.
- Help coordinate workflow, production schedules, and technician assignments to maximize efficiency.
- Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to body shop employees.
- Monitor technician productivity, repair progress, and completion timelines.
- Ensure repairs meet quality standards, manufacturer specifications, and established safety procedures.
- Assist with reviewing repair estimates, labor requirements, and anticipated completion dates.
- Maintain positive relationships with customers, insurance adjusters, vendors, and other business partners.
- Address customer questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
- Coordinate with the Parts Department to ensure parts availability and minimize repair delays.
- Inspect completed repairs to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
- Assist with monitoring repair orders, documentation, billing, and accounts receivable.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Support employee training, development, and performance expectations.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and environmental requirements.
- Communicate operational needs, staffing concerns, and production challenges to the Body Shop Manager.
- Provide leadership and oversee daily operations in the Body Shop Manager's absence.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Two or more years of automotive collision repair or body shop experience preferred.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
- Knowledge of collision repair processes, estimating, and production scheduling.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong customer service skills and a commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to motivate and support a team while maintaining accountability.
- Valid driver's license required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- I-CAR training or certifications.
- ASE certifications.
- Experience with automotive estimating systems and insurance claims.
- Manufacturer-specific collision repair training.
Why Join Modern?
At Modern, we believe our people make the difference. We offer an opportunity to grow your leadership skills, make an impact on daily operations, and be part of a team committed to quality repairs and outstanding customer service.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are an experienced collision repair professional who is ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step toward a rewarding leadership opportunity with Modern!