Auto Body Production Manager

Specialized Auto Craft
Chatham, NJ

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.

Shop Hours:
  • 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]

Posted 2026-03-16

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