Auto Body General Manager

$90,000 - $150,000/Yr

Gerber Collision & Glass - Fresno, CA

Part-time - Manager

Fresno, CA

5,001-10,000 employees

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

The General Manager at Gerber Collision & Glass is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the collision center, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, and maintaining compliance with company policies. This role involves planning and implementing operational strategies to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and insurance metrics, while also coaching and empowering team members to achieve success in their roles. The General Manager plays a crucial role in promoting professionalism and quality standards within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent execution of WOW (Wow Operating Way) plan.
• Prepare and manage the annual and monthly operating budget of the collision center.
• Forecast, target and track monthly sales, profit and expense objectives.
• Deliver formal annual performance reviews and informal monthly performance reviews.
• Monitor and maintain all A/P and A/R relating to the Collision Center.
• Maintain a clean and organized repair facility at all times.
• Monitor all maintenance required for all shop equipment, including the paint booth.
• Provide training for all staff as necessary.
• Ensure all staff wear proper safety gear and adhere to dress code.
• Open and close the facility daily as per established procedures.
• Conduct or coordinate daily production meetings/walks to confirm through-put and delivery dates.
• Manage all estimates to ensure labor mix is within established standards.
• Manage store capacity.
• Lead and manage all repair facility personnel.
• Facilitate monthly Health & Safety and staff meetings.
• Attend monthly managers meetings.
• Attend training, information sessions and workshops recommended by Senior Leadership Team.
• Store CSI performance review and follow up within 24 hours.

Requirements

• Post-Secondary Education or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience in a collision repair environment or similar role.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate a successful client experience.
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to motivate others utilizing effective coaching tools and management skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend