Posted: 17-Jan-25
Location: Scotts Valley, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: Starts at $55/hr BOE
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Canepa is looking for a Shop Foreman to join our team! This individual will oversee the management and maintenance of equipment and personnel on our shop floor. The Shop Foreman is responsible for enforcing safety regulations and protocols, conducting employee performance reviews and coordinating with other managers to deliver feedback and develop work optimization strategies. We are looking for an individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work on an individual basis as well as with a team.
Overview:
- Oversee daily operations of service, paint, body, upholstery, and detail shops, ensuring efficient workflow and timely project completion
- Manage and delegate tasks to technicians based on their expertise, ensuring clear communication of work instructions and project goals
- Develop and implement project plans, manage workflow, and ensure resources (tools, parts, equipment) are available and used efficiently
- Maintain accurate records for each vehicle, including work orders, parts used, and custom features added
- Monitor and assess team performance, providing training, feedback, and resolving any conflicts or concerns
- Oversee project timelines, ensuring tasks are prioritized, completed on schedule, and within budget
- Ensure team members maintain accurate project documentation, including time tracking, work performed, and photo documentation of repairs
- Provide hands-on guidance to technicians on complex modifications and repairs, ensuring technical quality and consistency
- Perform quality inspections at key stages of the project to ensure proper functionality and adherence to company and industry standards
- Estimate repair time costs, schedule and prioritize jobs based on urgency, and monitor progress to ensure deadlines are met
- Maintain excellent communication with owner, providing regular project updates and addressing concerns and managing changes or requests
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- 5+ years of auto shop management, with a strong background in automotive systems, diagnostics and repair procedures, including upholstery, bodywork, paint, and detailing
- Ability to motivate and manage a diverse team, manage multiple projects and ensure timely delivery
- Strong problem-solving skills for diagnosing and troubleshooting complex automotive issues
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members and across various departments
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage schedules, maintain records, and enforce safety protocols
- High attention to detail with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and technical expertise
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices
- Experience with budgeting and cost control
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Paid Vacation
- 401K
Job Title: Shop Foreman
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: Starts at $55/hr BOE
Please apply with your resume or email it to Careers@Canepa.com
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About Canepa
Canepa is an industry leader in the collector car world, including sales, restoration, and motorsports. We specialize in premium luxury and performance vehicles including, but not limited to: Porsche, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes, McLaren, and Shelby. Our technical experts have a combined experience of more than 200 years in the automotive and mechanical engineering industries. Located in Scotts Valley, California, Canepa is central to the Silicon Valley and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.