General Manager Kaizen Collision Center - 1.5 Lompoc, CA Job Details Full-time $90,000 - $150,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Paid training Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Workflow management (operations management method) Managing production or assembly teams Auto service management Driver's License Collision repair shop experience Team motivation (leadership skill) Cross-functional communication Team building Full Job Description General Manager Kaizen Collision Center - Lompoc, California 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 experienced General Manager to lead our Lompoc, 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 serving Lompoc, 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 beautiful Santa 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 to Highway 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-of-Network Care Employee Pays Only the Premium Additional Benefits Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus Opportunities Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid OEM & Industry Training Leadership Development Opportunities Career Advancement Within a Growing Organization Position Overview The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the collision center, including production, 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 About Kaizen Collision Center Kaizen Collision Center is one of the fastest-growing collision repair organizations in the United States, with locations across Arizona, 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? If you're ready to take the next step in your collision repair leadership career and help lead a growing, customer-focused operation on California's Central Coast , we encourage you to apply today.