Production Shop Manager/Shop Foreman - New Country Motor Cars - Mercedes-Benz
Hartford, CT
About the Job
New Country Mercedes-Benz is looking for an Production Shop Manager/Shop Foreman to oversee operations in an auto service and repair shop. As the top repair tech in the shop, you will supervise a team of Technicians and ensure that production remains high and that all jobs are completed properly and on schedule. This will involve both training your staff in specific repair procedures as well as working on vehicles yourself. You will need to exhibit expertise in servicing and repairing both new and vintage models as well as the ability to expand your knowledge as needed. If you have the expertise and leadership skills we’re looking for, we want to talk with you!
At New Country, our people do whatever it takes to find solutions. We’re building a culture that’s genuinely engaged & dedicated to communities we serve. Our dealerships & employees pride themselves on being deeply involved in local communities, charities, nonprofit organization, and consider it a privilege to serve. With deep roots in the cities and towns where our car dealerships are located, we pride ourselves on a family atmosphere and strong customer bonds.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental
- 401K Plan
- Paid time off and vacation
- Growth opportunities
- Paid Training
- Family owned and operated
- Long term job security
Technician Specific Benefits
- Shop equipped with the newest technology and equipment
- Uniforms provided
- Work environment OSHA certified to current Quality Standards
- Highly productive shop
- Career advancement opportunities, promote from within
- Continued education, manufacturer hands on and web based training
- Clean and professional work environment
- Competitive wages
Responsibilities
- Maintaining acceptable levels of Technician productivity through motivational leadership
- Recruit technicians to meet dealership staffing needs
- Ensure all technicians are following company initiatives
- Keeping your own product and technical knowledge up to date and at a high level
- Providing technical and administrative training for Technicians in both classroom and on-the-job settings
- Assisting Technicians with vehicle diagnosis and repair as needed
- Ensuring communication and efficiency is being maintained between technicians, advisors and parts department
- Reviewing the results of any new and/or unfamiliar diagnostic procedures with the Technician performing them
- Road-testing and performing quality checks on vehicles with major repairs or as directed by management
- Helping service sales staff to properly documenting Repair Order information
- Attending all required company meetings
- Performing various administrative tasks as required
- Ensuring that shop equipment remains in safe operating condition and that shop is kept clean
- Reporting to management any situation or condition that jeopardizes the safety, welfare or integrity of the dealership, its personnel or customers
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 3 years experience in a dealership service facility
- Strong technical expertise and the ability to learn how to repair both new and vintage vehicle models
- Current and valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
- Basic computer proficiency
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
- Current position as a shop foreman, a plus
- Experience with high-line autos, a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Source : New Country Motor Cars - Mercedes-Benz