Job Description
American Fleet Inc., an established automotive recycling and used auto parts company in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking an experienced Automotive Dismantling Manager to lead our vehicle dismantling department.

We are looking for a strong leader with automotive industry experience who understands vehicle components, manages employees effectively, improves productivity, and maintains high safety and quality standards.

This is a leadership position, not simply a hands-on dismantling job.

Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & Production Management

Manage and supervise daily vehicle dismantling operations.
Recruit, interview, hire, train, and onboard dismantling employees.
Assign daily tasks and establish production priorities.
Monitor employee productivity and maintain production schedules.
Ensure vehicles are dismantled efficiently and within established time standards.
Identify production bottlenecks, eliminate unnecessary downtime, and improve workflow.
Ensure all required parts are removed before vehicles are released for disposal.
Establish employee accountability and maintain production performance standards.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet production demands.

Parts Recovery & Quality Control

Ensure all valuable and designated automotive parts are properly recovered from each vehicle.
Prevent unnecessary damage during dismantling.
Ensure all recovered parts are accurately identified, labeled, and tagged to the correct vehicle.
Prevent broken, damaged, or unusable parts from entering the production area.
Evaluate questionable parts to determine whether removal is economically worthwhile.
Ensure parts are properly staged and transferred to the next department.
Coordinate with inventory and sales departments to maximize parts recovery.
Implement quality-control procedures to reduce mistakes and unnecessary losses.

Equipment & Facility Management

Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient dismantling shop.
Oversee equipment maintenance, inspections, and proper tool usage.
Ensure lifts, forklifts, tools, and dismantling equipment are operated correctly.
Identify equipment problems and coordinate repairs promptly.
Order necessary shop supplies, tools, and consumables.
Monitor supply usage, control expenses, and prevent waste.
Ensure tools and equipment are properly stored and accounted for.

Safety & Compliance

Workplace safety is our number one priority.

Enforce all workplace safety procedures and company policies.
Ensure employees consistently use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Monitor safe operation of lifts, forklifts, cutting tools, and dismantling equipment.
Ensure proper handling and disposal of vehicle fluids, batteries, refrigerants, and hazardous materials.
Maintain clean and safe work areas.
Conduct regular safety inspections and employee training.
Immediately address unsafe working conditions.
Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA and environmental regulations.

Operations & Reporting

Learn and effectively use Checkmate inventory management software.
Research automotive parts demand and sales history to support parts recovery decisions.
Track daily and weekly vehicle dismantling production.
Monitor dismantling time per vehicle and overall department efficiency.
Track individual employee productivity and performance.
Coordinate operations with warehouse, inventory, production, and sales departments.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and increase profitability.
Provide regular production and performance reports to management.
Continuously improve dismantling procedures and operational efficiency.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

IMPORTANT: Professional automotive industry experience AND a minimum of 2 years of management or supervisory experience are REQUIRED. Candidates who do not meet both requirements will not be considered.

Applicants must have professional experience in at least one of the following areas:

Automotive Repair Facilities — Mechanical repair shops, automotive service centers, or vehicle repair operations.
Auto Body Shops / Collision Repair Facilities — Vehicle body repairs, collision repairs, automotive parts, and repair shop operations.
Automotive Recycling Operations — Auto recycling facilities, salvage yards, used automotive parts operations, or vehicle dismantling operations.

Additional Requirements

Minimum 2 years of management or supervisory experience in an automotive-related operation.
Proven ability to lead, supervise, train, and manage employees.
Strong knowledge of automotive parts, mechanical systems, and vehicle components.
Ability to organize workflow, manage production schedules, and meet productivity targets.
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality control.
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn inventory management software.

Compensation

Starting Base Salary: $56,000 annually

Additional performance-based bonuses are available based on department productivity, efficiency, quality, and overall performance.

Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and employee discounts.

Why Join American Fleet?

We offer an opportunity to take ownership of an important department within a growing automotive recycling operation.

We are looking for an experienced automotive professional who wants to build a strong team, improve operations, and grow with our company.

If you have automotive industry experience and proven leadership skills, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: From $56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off

Experience:

management or supervisory: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

American Fleet Inc

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