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Production Manager

B&E Collision and Auto Sales
Kingsport, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/20/2027

Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for managing the production of workflow to complete vehicle repairs within expected target dates. Ensures safety of repairs that meet or exceed productivity, profitability, and quality standards. Manages production employees and helps drive continuous improvements in the production process.

Duties / Responsibilities

  • Responsible for achieving production and profitability goals.
  • Provide direction to all production employees to ensure repair orders are processed according to each repair plan and adjust as needed throughout the day.
  • Responsible for maintaining productivity levels to meet or exceed cycle time goals.
  • Ensure all vehicles are blueprinted for repair and report additional damage to the handling estimator(s) and/or General Manager.
  • Maintain all repair order information in CCC One to reflect vehicle status.
  • Manage individual performance of all production employees and coach/train as appropriate.
  • Hold production employees accountable to production/cycle time goals.
  • Ensure work areas (bays, paint, details, parts, etc.) are kept clean and orderly and all employees follow safety/OSHA/EPA guidelines.
  • Inspect all vehicle repairs for quality control during repair phases and prior to customer delivery in coordination with handling estimator.
  • Perform assigned duties in a safe and responsible manner that does not expose yourself or other employees to unnecessary risk of injury.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Experience / Skill Requirements

  • 3 years of prior auto body collision repair experience in a supervisory role is required. Advanced understanding and knowledge of operations, and repair process/procedures. Proven experience managing employees in a high-performing collision repair facility is required.
  • High School diploma/GED required, associate’s degree preferred.
  • I-CAR certification, ASE training preferred.
  • Ability to be analytical, multi-task and problem solve.
  • Highly organized, able to handle multiple concurrent assignments.
  • Proficient computer skills and prior estimating software experience with CCC One is required.
  • Ability to receive direction and work well with others.
  • Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Physical Requirements

  • Essential physical requirements include:
  • Ability to stoop, bend and kneel, squat, kneel and pulling
  • Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping
  • Carry and lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs)
  • Standing, sitting and walking
  • Performing repetitive motions

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000

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