Automotive Detail Shop Assistant Manager

About the role

Xcite Automotive is looking for an Assistant Manager to support daily workflow in our detail shop, guide the team, perform quality checks, and assist with interior and exterior detailing as needed. This hands‑on leadership position ensures vehicles are cleaned, detailed, and ready for retail in a fast‑paced dealership environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support daily detail shop operations, vehicle workflow, and production priorities.
• Lead, train, and support detailers, car wash attendants, porters, and reconditioning team members.
• Perform hands‑on interior and exterior detailing as needed.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure vehicles are dealership‑ready.
• Monitor turnaround time, productivity, and vehicle completion status.
• Communicate shop updates, delays, staffing needs, and quality concerns to management.

Required profile

• 2+ years of professional automotive detailing experience (interior and exterior).
• Prior supervisory or assistant manager experience in a shop, dealership, or reconditioning environment.
• Reliable transportation and full‑time availability, including weekends if needed.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of detailing products, tools, and safety practices.

What we offer

• Competitive pay (hourly or salary, based on experience).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Career growth opportunities within the company.