Body Shop Manager Job at Edwards Auto Group (Storm Lake)

Body Damage Manager

Responsible for the overall performance of the vehicle damage repair of fleet ve...

Location

United States , East Elmhurst

Salary:

65000.00 - 70000.00 USD / Year

avis budget group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Organizational and prioritization skills
Financial acumen and forecasting skills
Talent management and delegation
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Excellent investigation and problem solving skills
Negotiation and vendor management skills
High School diploma required
2-4 year college degree preferred (or equivalent in education, training or experience)
Minimum of 2 years management experience of employees in related field (rental car, automotive shop or service oriented field)
Prior experience writing damage is preferable

Job Responsibility

Develops, implements and communicates operating plans to maximize fleet utilization to business and company guidelines, directing and controlling the vehicle damage repair of fleet vehicles
Assesses damage area on a daily basis to prioritize vehicles for repair and/or salvage
communicates work to appropriate team members/employees
Ensures all repair orders are completed and processed in accordance with established guidelines
Determine damage repair estimated labor hours and source optimal repair parts
Minimizes damage estimate, body shop and on-lot repair cycle time
Conducts monthly damage writer reviews and damage writer audits
Forecasts, budgets and manages key financial drivers including, but not limited to, cost of repair
Selects, manages and maintains appropriate body shop relationships and workload assignment, including, but not limited to, negotiating body shop rates, conducting semi-annual body shop audits, ensuring established service levels and quality standards are met and that all vendor management policies and procedures are followed
Ensures proper use of purchase orders, receipt of services and/goods, and the timely payment of invoices. Maintain up to date files on vendor insurance policies

Fulltime

Metrology Specialist

At the BMW Group, everything starts with passion. It turns a profession into a v...

Location

Hungary , Debrecen

Salary:

Not provided

BMW

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least a secondary education (in metrology, mechanics, electronics) or a related field of study
At least 3 years of professional experience in similar positions (preferably in the automotive industry)
Flexible work schedule
Native-level Hungarian and at least basic English knowledge
Experience with tactile and optical measurement systems (Inline and Offline measurement systems, e.g., ZEISS AiMax, GOM Scanbox, LEICA Lasertracker, ISRA Measurement Systems)
Knowledge in handling and analyzing measurement data (e.g., FMK or RPS)
Familiarity with CAD, database, and measurement softwares (for example GOM, CATIA, POLYWORKS, GOM, eMIL, eMMA, QUARTIS, IDA, JIM, PRISMA)
Strong communication skills
Capable of working in a team
Open to continuous self-improvement

Job Responsibility

Ensuring the provision of reliable geometrical quality data into the painted body technology (press shop, body shop, paint shop) based on the BMW measurement strategy
Performing measurements both in a high-standard laboratory and on the shop floor
Supporting the press shop and body shop
Contributing to the execution of quality management tasks as part of a 12-person team
Planning and carrying out measurement routines using various measurement systems and concepts, in collaboration with the product methodology specialist
Preparing and performing geometrical analyses on products and production tools using CAx technologies and coordinate measuring equipment (e.g., CMM, GOM, Laser Tracker)
Assisting in analyzing geometrical quality issues related to products, body-in-white assemblies, pressed parts, and production tools
Representing measurement technology in project and problem-solving meetings
Leading sampling inspections with internal and external BMW partners and developing appropriate corrective actions

What we offer

Performance-based bonus calculated based on corporate and personal results
Annual cafeteria allowance paid out monthly
Free, direct bus and train services from major cities in the region, aligned with shift schedules
Travel cost reimbursement for personal car usage is provided at the legally prescribed rate
High-quality healthcare services, physiotherapy, and therapeutic exercise option available at the on-site health center
Private health insurance after probation time, which contains outpatient care, laboratory- and diagnostics tests, outpatient and one-day surgery, screening tests, patient transport
In work and out of work group accident and life insurance
One daily discounted hot meal at the company cafeteria
Employee car rental programme

Fulltime

Auto Body Damage Manager

We’re now hiring an Auto Body Damage Manager to join the Avis Budget Group team....

Location

United States of America , Springfield

Salary:

Not provided

avis budget group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School diploma required
2-4 year college degree preferred (or equivalent in education, training or experience)
Minimum of 2 years management experience of employees in related field (rental car, automotive shop or service oriented field)
Prior experience writing damage is preferable
Valid driver’s license and successful background check
Ability to work flexible schedules in a fast-paced environment that may include early morning, nights, or weekends, as determined by business needs
Ability to lift 50 pounds and oversee multiple work areas
Organizational and prioritization skills
Financial acumen and forecasting skills
Talent management and delegation

Job Responsibility

Develops, implements and communicates operating plans to maximize fleet utilization to business and company guidelines, directing and controlling the vehicle damage repair of fleet vehicles
Manages performance of team members/employees against business plan by setting, communicating, monitoring and updating goals as needed for key performance indicators on a regular and consistent basis for damage, including, but not limited to, cost per estimate, overdue idle cars and vendor management/cycle time
Assesses damage area on a daily basis to prioritize vehicles for repair and/or salvage
communicates work to appropriate team members/employees
Ensures all repair orders are completed and processed in accordance with established guidelines
Determine damage repair estimated labor hours and source optimal repair parts
Minimizes damage estimate, body shop and on-lot repair cycle time
Conducts monthly damage writer reviews and damage writer audits
Forecasts, budgets and manages key financial drivers including, but not limited to, cost of repair
Selects, manages and maintains appropriate body shop relationships and workload assignment, including, but not limited to, negotiating body shop rates, conducting semi-annual body shop audits, ensuring established service levels and quality standards are met and that all vendor management policies and procedures are followed

What we offer

Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Auto Insurance, Group Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, FSA, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and additional life insurance coverages
401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
Community involvement opportunities

Fulltime

Met technician

We’re looking for a MET Technician to be part of our success story. This is an e...

Location

United Kingdom , Tunbridge Wells

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ATA / NVQ level 3 in MET
Good Communication skills
Good Decision Making/Problem solving skills
Good H&S knowledge/awareness
Good Time management skills
Relevant industry experience and time served as a repair technician

Job Responsibility

Complete all body work, including stripping and refitting trim and panel interior
Refitting new / repaired panels and repairing small dents and minor body work for accident damaged vehicles
Repair and panel damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition in accordance with approved Repair Methodology and manufacturers standards
Use specialist body repair equipment – measuring equipment, body jigs, welding equipment and smart repair tools
Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on job card

What we offer

Competitive salary and time-saved bonus scheme
33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Holiday buy and sell
Substantial night shift allowance
Flexible hours to suit your needs
Paid training
Healthshield Cash Plan to claim back medical costs and get same day doctors appointments
Life assurance at three times your basic salary
Free breakfast
Birthday and Christmas surprises for everybody

Fulltime

Met technician

We’re looking for a MET Technician to be part of our success story. This is an e...

Location

United Kingdom , Kings Langley

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ATA / NVQ level 3 in MET
Good Communication skills
Good Decision Making/Problem solving skills
Good H&S knowledge/awareness
Good Time management skills
Relevant industry experience and time served as a repair technician

Job Responsibility

Complete all body work, including stripping and refitting trim and panel interior
Refit new / repaired panels and repair small dents and minor body work for accident damaged vehicles
Repair and panel damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition in accordance with approved Repair Methodology and manufacturers standards
Use specialist body repair equipment – measuring equipment, body jigs, welding equipment and smart repair tools
Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on job card

What we offer

33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Holiday buy and sell
Substantial night shift allowance
Flexible hours to suit your needs
Paid training
Healthshield Cash Plan to claim back medical costs and get same day doctors appointments
Life assurance at three times your basic salary
Free breakfast
Birthday and Christmas surprises for everybody
Annual Summer and Christmas parties

Fulltime

Engineer

You will be responsible for engineering estimates in a timely manner specific to...

Location

United Kingdom , Peterborough

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Engineering background and body shop experience
Experience of using Audatex and the Case Management System
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal / written communication

Job Responsibility

Check incident circumstances against work estimated for to see if the damage could be related to the incident
Check estimated costs are fair and reasonable
Check estimates are within customer specific rates if a network repairer has been allocated
Amend estimates to correct customer specific rates if a network repairer has been allocated
Negotiate with non-network repairers in order to bring inflated costs down
Authorise incident related work to repairers
Correctly value vehicles for total losses

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Personal health cash plan – claim back the cost of things like dentist and optical check ups
Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption / shared parental pay
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free breakfasts and fruit
Birthday surprise for everybody

Fulltime

Motor Engineer

You will be responsible for engineering estimates in a timely manner specific to...

Location

United Kingdom , Peterborough

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Engineering background and body shop experience
Experience of using Audatex and the Case Management System
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent verbal / written communication

Job Responsibility

Check incident circumstances against work estimated for to see if the damage could be related to the incident
Check estimated costs are fair and reasonable
Check estimates are within customer specific rates if a network repairer has been allocated
Amend estimates to correct customer specific rates if a network repairer has been allocated
Negotiate with non-network repairers in order to bring inflated costs down
Authorise incident related work to repairers
Correctly value vehicles for total losses

What we offer

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Personal health cash plan – claim back the cost of things like dentist and optical check ups
Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption / shared parental pay
Life assurance: three times basic salary
Free breakfasts and fruit
Birthday surprise for everybody

Fulltime

Night Shift Vehicle Paint Technician

We’re looking for a Paint Technician to be part of our success story. This is an...

Location

United Kingdom , Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

Activate Group Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Great attitude to work and all members of staff
Work well as a team
Good communication skills
Good decision making and problem solving skills
Good H&S knowledge/awareness and compliance
Time served repair technician
Good time management skills
Relevant industry experience

Job Responsibility

Ensure customer satisfaction in the repair of motor vehicles of all types
Carry out such work in a safe and economical manner
Employ such knowledge and skills as may be required to restore vehicles to a high standard
Observe, recognise and report on vehicle body damage
Painting and prepping of Motor vehicles

What we offer

Competitive salary and bonus scheme
33 days annual leave including 8 bank holidays
Substantial night shift allowance
Annual pay reviews
Paid training
Healthshield Cash Plan to claim back medical costs and get same day doctors appointments
Life assurance at three times your basic salary
Enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption / shared parental pay
Free breakfast cereals, fruit and pastries
Birthday and Christmas surprises for everybody

Fulltime

Body Shop Manager

Edwards Auto Group

Location:
United States , Storm Lake

Category:
Sales

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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