What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Foreman /Dispatcher 100K per year position at Findlay Subaru St George?
Findlay is one of the largest & fastest growing automotive groups in Southwest U.S. We're seeking experienced, Shop Foreman to support booming service business. We are offering a competitive signing for the right person. We understand the great demand for veterans in this industry.
Our organization enjoys meeting new challenges every day. We are dedicated to addressing the wants, needs and requirements of today’s consumer. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the customer, as well as the communities we serve. We have deep roots in each of our markets and our employees are an extension of our core values every day.
Benefits:
- HIGH volume shop – plenty of scheduling perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Vacations
- Medical
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 401K
Responsibilities:
- Dispatch repair orders
- Assign repair orders to technicians based on skill level and availability
- ensure that all repair orders are properly, logged,tracked and prioritized
- Communicate with service advisors and technicians to provide accurate and timely updates on repairs
- Manage shop flow
- oversee the daily operations of the service shop to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow
- monitor repair progress and ensure that deadlines and customer expectations are met
- organize and prioritize work to avoid delays and optimize shop efficiency
- maintain a clean and organized work environment to promote safety and productivity
- Train and develop entry level technicians
- mentor and provide hands on training for entry level express technicians
- conduct training sessions on basic automotive repair skills, Subaru-specific procedures , and safety protocols
- assist technicians in troubleshooting and provide constructive feedback to help them grow
- evaluate the progress of entry-level technicians and provide constructive feedback to help them grow
- Quality Control
- ensure that all repairs meet Subaru's high standards for quality and safety
- perform final quality checks on completed work before vehicle is returned to the customer
- Address any concerns or issues related to the quality of repairs
- act as a liaison between technicians , service advisors and management
- foster a positive , collaborative work environment and motivate the team to meet and exceed performance goals
- assist with scheduling and timekeeping for the shop staff
- maintain inventory and tools
- ensure that all tools and equipment are in proper working order and report any maintenance needs
Qualifications:
- ASE CERTIFICATIONS & previous experience at an automotive dealership
- Strong technical knowledge
- ability to train and develop entry-level technicians
- excellent organizational and time management skills
- strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a team
- ability to multi task and maintain high attention to detail
- Valid in-state driver's license and be insurable
- Clean driving record
- ability to lift 50 pounds
