Are you ready to join an industry leader with a strong foundation of success? Kenworth Sales Company was awarded the 2020 Dealer of the Year award and after 77 years of consistent excellence, we are still growing! We have recently joined forces with Truck Enterprises, Inc. and now span 10 states across the country and boast 33 locations with over 1200 employees. We have exciting career opportunities available today in most of our locations. We are always looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for helping our customers build the kind of success that Kenworth knows so well. 
This is a brand new building with an existing customer base and plenty of room to grow! Enjoy a brand new, state-of-the-art body shop with the latest in paint booth and frame rack technology! 
BENEFITS
We offer a full benefits package with retirement and paid life insurance. Also includes vacation time, sick days and paid holidays.
Body Shop Manager Job Summary

The primary function of the Body Shop Manager is the supervision of the day-to-day operations of the Body Shop with a particular emphasis on quality of work and timeliness of repairs.

Body Shop Manager Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Supervises all Body Shop employees.
2. Oversees the accurate estimating of all Body Shop work, in terms of labor and materials.
3. Responsible for all communications with insurance company agents and customers concerning actual and potential wreck repairs.
4. Reviews and analyzes performance results, financial statements, and takes corrective action, when applicable.
5. Creates and uses specific plans and programs designed to meet sales and profit targets.
6. Organizes, trains, and develops all Body Shop employees.
7. Coordinates and cooperates with other functional and staff managers.
8. Maintain continuing relationship with customers to encourage referrals.
9. Assist in preparation of final billing for completed repair work.
10. Assists Service Manager, Service Writer, and Shop Foreman in the performance of their duties. 

Body Shop Manager Qualifications
Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. High school diploma or the equivalent. Two years of experience as a vehicle body repairer. Working knowledge of body repair methods. One year supervisory experience. Excellent communication and managerial skills. Valid Commercial Driver's License and good driving record.Valid driver’s license. 
WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a physically demanding position. Will stand six to eight hours per shift. Will lift parts weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance. Will be exposed to noise, dust, exhaust fumes and a variety of other hazardous and non-hazardous materials. Will also work part time at a desk, operating a ten-key calculator, completing estimate forms and communicating with insurance adjusters. Some out-of-town travel will be required.
Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.