Auto Body Production Manager

Now Hiring: Auto Body Production Manager

Company: Specialized Auto Craft
Location: Chatham, NJ 07928

Are you an experienced collision repair professional who thrives on organization, leadership, and keeping production moving efficiently? Join our team at Specialized Auto Craft, where quality, teamwork, and OEM-standard repairs drive everything we do.

We’re looking for a Production Manager who can lead our technicians, coordinate workflow, and ensure vehicles move through the shop efficiently while maintaining the highest repair standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage daily shop workflow and production schedules.
• Perform estimating and detailed repair planning to ensure accurate, efficient repairs.
• Coordinate repairs between body technicians, painters, estimators, and parts.
• Monitor repair progress to ensure vehicles are completed on time and to OEM standards.
• Effectively communicate with customers regarding repair plans, timelines, and progress updates.
• Maintain strong communication with the team to keep production running smoothly.
• Ensure quality control throughout the repair process.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient shop environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in collision repair production management, estimating, repair planning, or a leadership role in a body shop.
• Strong understanding of collision repair processes, including body, structural, and refinish operations.
• Experience writing estimates and developing accurate repair plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and maintain a professional, service-oriented approach.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage workflow, prioritize repairs, and keep the team productive.
• I-CAR certifications or OEM training preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Positive attitude with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Specialized Auto Craft?

• State-of-the-art facility with OEM-approved tools and equipment.
• Competitive pay based on experience and performance.
• Paid training and certification opportunities.
• Supportive, professional, family-style work environment.
• Monday–Friday schedule — enjoy your weekends off!

Join a shop that values doing repairs the right way — not cutting corners.

• Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• WEEKENDS CLOSED — because LIFE isn’t always about work.

Apply today: 973-635-1740
Email your resume to: [email protected]