Plant Manager - Auto Yard

Requisition Number48800
LocationOceanside, CA-1286
Job Description

Pay $70,000-$80,000yr plus great benefits.

 

As a part of our continued growth, we are looking for a dedicated and passionate Plant Manager to join our team at LKQ! As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for general supervision of all phases of plant operations including production, quality control, maintenance, receiving, and shipping. To assure that the plant is run in a safe, efficient, and proper manner. You will play a vital role in the team by also providing leadership, employee direction, and motivation. If you are looking for a fantastic career with great benefits and opportunities for growth, LKQ is for you!

 

Essential Job Duties:

• Oversee all departments for the specific facility about production, administration, distribution, and safety approx 15-20 employees.
• Develop relationships with and provide service to existing customers in efforts to promote customer retention and loyalty.
• Interact with customers to determine better service needs and implement changes accordingly.
• Manage key performance indicators relative to sales growth, collections, productivity, inventory control, and profit margins.
• Establishes accurate budget projections and works within the designated budget.
• Oversee product quality control and implement efficient changes as necessary.
• Manage aspects of human resources for all departments by hiring, terminating, and reassigning personnel to appropriate tasks as required.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

 

• Demonstrate interest and knowledge of autos/trucks
• High level of MS Office and Windows Knowledge
• Maintain organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks
• Possess the ability to manage numerous employees to meet budgeted objectives for a specific location
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with decision-making and negotiating skills
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills

 

Essentials Physical Demands/Work Environment:

 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle objects and tools; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move a light to moderate weight.
• Employee is occasionally required to operate equipment like forklifts.
• Occasional to frequent travel, including flying to other plants in the U.S., possibly overseas, and driving a company or rental automobile for four (4) to six (6) hours as needed.
• The noise level and temperature in the office are usually moderate, but it is required to walk by the facility and dismantling area where the noise could be high.

 

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts as well as an office environment. Should be able to tolerate high and low-temperature levels and occasional inclement driving conditions. Must have a high energy level, and the ability to work under pressure. This position requires individuals to occasionally be on their feet except when operating machinery or performing supervisory responsibilities.

Position TypeFull-time