Crash Champions
Crash Champions
Crash Champions is a national automotive collision repair company serving drivers through a network of repair locations. Its services include aluminum repair, hail damage restoration, dent removal, auto glass replacement, vehicle painting, and other collision-related work. The company combines repair expertise with customer-focused service, offering free estimates and a lifetime repair warranty. Crash Champions also invests in training to help develop the next generation of professionals in the collision repair industry.

Collision General Manager - Chicago, IL (Onsite)

Lead revenue performance, production flow, staffing, and repair quality for Crash Champions in Chicago. Oversee technicians, estimates, payroll, and customer vehicle delivery at a collision repair location.

Description

  • Drive location revenue and KPI performance by overseeing operations from vehicle intake through final delivery
  • Manage shop throughput, repair quality, and production efficiency
  • Allocate repair work to Body Technicians and prioritize vehicles for teardown or paint
  • Assist with customer intake, vehicle check-in, and estimate writing during busy periods
  • Maintain compliance with Crash Champions and I-CAR repair quality standards
  • Verify accurate billing and enforce back-of-shop PPE procedures
  • Handle payroll and staffing activities, including team PTO, vacation, and leave management
  • Coordinate daily production and communication among Body Technicians, Collision Estimators, and Parts Managers
  • Prepare DRP complaint estimates, revise estimates after damage discovery, and finalize locked estimates
  • Interview, hire, coach, and develop team members

Requirements

  • Strong collision repair industry knowledge, including insurance procedures and carrier requirements
  • Sound judgment and effective problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lead collaboratively toward shared team objectives
  • Proven record of meeting deadlines and delivering successful results
  • Working proficiency with estimating tools, including CCC ONE Total Repair Software
  • Comfort using computers and other workplace technology
  • Valid driver's license

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Group life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Employee referral bonus through the Cash From Crash program
  • Five paid holidays
  • Performance-based bonuses may be available

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