Body Shop Foreman

Body Shop Foreman

Easterns Automotive Group is hiring a hardworking, fast-paced Body Shop Foreman to lead workflow and quality in our high-volume reconditioning center. Prior body shop experience is required—hands-on repair or estimating experience (e.g., CCC ONE) both qualify. You'll assess vehicle damages, dispatch and manage work through the shop, conduct post-repair quality checks, and communicate status and next steps to management. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

At Easterns Automotive Group, we value every team member and invest in your success. When you join us, you'll enjoy the same comprehensive benefits package offered to our Automotive Technicians:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – with a generous employer contribution
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Insurance – coverage for you and your family
• Opportunities for Growth – multiple career paths across our regional network
• Employee Discounts – preferred pricing on vehicles and services
• Air-Conditioned Shop – climate-controlled workspace for year-round comfort
• No Warranty Work & No Customer Cars – focus on prepping inventory only
• Weekends Off – enjoy Saturday and Sunday with friends and family
• Continuing Education Benefits – courses and certifications to build your skill set

• Assess damages on inbound vehicles; validate estimates/supplements as needed.
• Manage workflow & dispatch: assign jobs to techs, sequence repairs, and monitor cycle time.
• Quality control: perform post-repair inspections (fit/finish, color match, safety items) and release vehicles to detail/final line.
• Status communication: provide clear, timely updates to management on repair progress, holds, parts/sublet needs, and ETAs.
• Coordination: collaborate with parts, detail, and sublet vendors; escalate issues that impact throughput.
• Documentation: ensure accurate repair order notes, photos, and close-out in DMS/estimating systems.
• Safety & 5S: uphold safety protocols, PPE usage, clean/organized bays, and proper chemical/material handling.
• KPIs: track and help improve cycle time, touch time, rework rate, and on-time delivery.

• Prior body shop experience required (foreman/lead, estimator, or production coordinator experience strongly preferred).
• Working knowledge of repair processes (structural, body, refinish) and post-repair QC standards.
• Estimating system experience (CCC ONE preferred) and DMS familiarity (CDK preferred).
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership mindset: coach techs, set expectations, and drive accountability to quality and throughput.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record; ability to lift 50 lbs. and move vehicles safely.