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Kaizen Collision Center lists this General Manager opportunity in lompoc, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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General Manager
Full Time Lompoc, CA, US
Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually
General Manager
Leadership matters.
The best collision centers aren't built by equipment alone. They're built by strong leaders who know how to support their teams, develop people, create accountability, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Kaizen Collision Center is looking for an experiencedGeneral Manager to lead ourLompoc, California location and help drive continued growth throughout California's Central Coast.
This is an opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing collision repair organizations in the country while leading an established operation servingLompoc, Vandenberg Village, Mission Hills, Buellton, Solvang, Santa Maria, Orcutt, and surrounding Central Coast communities.
If you're a proven collision repair leader who understands production, customer service, team development, and operational performance, we'd like to talk with you.
Why Lompoc?
Located in beautifulSanta Barbara County , Lompoc sits in the heart of California's Central Coast and serves a diverse mix of local residents, commuters, military families, businesses, and travelers throughout the region.
With convenient access toHighway 1, Highway 246, Highway 101, Vandenberg Space Force Base, Santa Maria, Buellton, and the Santa Ynez Valley , our Lompoc location serves drivers throughout the Central Coast.
The area's combination of local traffic, regional commuters, tourism, and growing communities creates consistent demand for professional collision repair services and a strong opportunity for an experienced leader to build a high-performing operation.
What We Offer
Health Coverage Through Curative
$0 Deductible
$0 In‑Network Copays
$0 In‑Network Prescriptions
Preloaded Card for Approved Out‑Network Care
Employee Pays Only the Premium
Additional Benefits
Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus Opportunities
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid OEM & Industry Training
Career Advancement Within a Growing Organization
Position Overview
The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the collision center, includingproduction, financial performance, employee development, customer satisfaction, quality control, and operational efficiency.
This role requires a hands‑on leader who can effectively manage people, processes, and performance while maintaining Kaizen's commitment to safe, high-quality repairs.
The General Manager works closely with estimators, technicians, customer service representatives, parts personnel, insurance partners, vendors, and regional leadership to ensure the shop operates at a high level every day.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all daily collision center operations
Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members
Manage production flow and repair cycle times
Drive customer satisfaction and retention
Monitor repair quality and adherence to OEM procedures
Maintain strong relationships with insurance partners and vendors
Review financial performance and identify growth opportunities
Manage staffing levels and workforce planning
Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards
Foster a positive culture built around accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
2+ years of collision repair management experience
Strong leadership and team‑building skills
Understanding of collision repair operations and workflow management
Experience working with insurance companies and DRP relationships
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to analyze performance metrics and drive results
Customer-focused mindset
Valid driver's license
Kaizen Collision Center is one of the fastest-growing collision repair organizations in the United States, with locations acrossArizona, California, Colorado, Iowa, Nebraska, and Nevada.
Our mission is simple: provide safe, high-quality repairs while creating an environment where employees can build long‑term careers and customers can trust the repair process.
Ready to Lead?
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Worksite address
lompoc, CA, 93437, US
Who can apply
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