Body Shop Quality Control Supervisor at Sands Chevrolet Glendale

The Body Shop Quality Control Supervisor is a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of repair quality safety and overall appearance of our finished product. This position ensures that every vehicle moves through the repair process efficiently without regression and meets all quality and safety expectations before returning to the customer.The QC Supervisor works closely with body technicians estimators management and upper management to uphold a cohesive process-driven culture across the facility. Professionalism diplomacy and strong communication skills are essential to work collaboratively with all team members.Minimum Requirements5 years of body shop experience (body technician estimator/writer or paint shop experience required).Clean driving record.Must pass a drug test.Must pass a background check.Additional requirements will be discussed in detail during the interview.Key Responsibilities1. Multi-Stage Quality Control OversightPerform and manage QC audits at all major production stages including:Pre-Paint Audit:Review estimate accuracy in detail.Ensure proper repairs have been performed.Confirm the vehicle is fully prepared for the paint process.Pre-Assembly Audit:Inspect paint quality and finish.Verify readiness for reassemblyPre-Detail Audit:Confirm that all panels doors hoods trunks and components function properly.Ensure the vehicle is prepared for final detail and sublet work (buffing calibrations etc.)Post-Detail / Mechanical Verification:Conduct a thorough check after detailing.Perform vehicle test drives (610 miles) to verify proper calibration and system safety.Final QC Audit:Shared responsibility with the estimating team.Ensure the vehicle is repaired correctly meets all safety standards and is ready for prompt customer delivery2. Workflow & Vehicle Movement ManagementMaintain strict adherence to the QC process to prevent vehicles from moving backward in the repair flow.Track progress address any bottlenecks and ensure vehicles continue advancing through the production stages.Communicate clearly with technicians and management regarding timelines repair quality and corrective actions.3. Team Collaboration & Professional Issue ResolutionWork with technicians as part of a cohesive team not combatively.Address quality issues diplomatically and professionally with responsible parties.Reinforce process compliance throughout the shop to maintain consistency safety and repair accuracy.Support and collaborate with estimators and management to uphold cultural and operational standards.What Were Looking ForStrong understanding of body and paint repair processes.Excellent communication leadership and problem-solving skills.Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism when resolving quality concerns.Commitment to safety process discipline and customer satisfaction.Ability to uphold and reinforce strict quality guidelines with consistency and respect.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Laboratory Experience,Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,ISO 9001,Quality Systems,Microbiology,Quality Control,cGMP,Laboratory Information Management Systems,QA/QC,HACCP,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1