Detail Shop Lead, Automotive Detailing & Team Leadership at ADESA Sanford
Overview
Lead the detail shop to achieve weekly production goals and high quality standards for customer vehicles. Own people leadership, performance management, and safety across a team of Detailer I and II. Drive operational efficiency, equipment maintenance, and cross‑department collaboration to meet deadlines and customer expectations. This role blends hands‑on supervision with strategic oversight in a fast paced automotive reconditioning environment.
What You'll Do10
- 1Build and lead the detail shop staff to meet daily production targets while upholding quality standards
- 2Design and implement staffing plans, training, and labor management to maximize productivity and engagement
- 3Scale detail shop operations to hit production deadlines and profitability metrics
- 4Own equipment and facility maintenance ensuring reliable operation and supply availability
- 5Drive safety leadership by enforcing policies and conducting audits and inspections
- 6Ship accurate, timely detail completions and post updates to customer accounts and systems
- 7Coordinate cross department workflows to prep for production and upcoming deadlines
- 8Develop and enforce compliance with customer contracts for vehicle detailing and quality
- 9Communicate directives from leadership to the team to maintain morale and alignment
- 10Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Requirements9
- 1Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience and 2 years of automotive experience
- 2Prior leadership experience with direct reports and accountability is highly preferred
- 3Auction and vehicle detailing experience is preferred
- 4High School diploma or GED required
- 5Proficiency with computer systems, applications, and metrics management
- 6Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license
- 7Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills
- 8Ability to read, write, and understand English
- 9Willingness to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and adapt to variable conditions
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