Automotive Shop Foreman / Production Manager

Job overview

The Automotive Shop Foreman / Production Manager role is onsite in West Warwick, RI, and is full-time. Compensation is described as competitive and based on experience, with a performance-based bonus structure; numeric pay is not specified. Porcelli’s Auto Center is a family-owned automotive repair business serving Rhode Island since 1987. The role leads daily shop workflow and production, coordinates technicians and departments, and supports repair quality and timely vehicle delivery. It combines hands-on problem-solving with team leadership and customer communication to help the shop operate efficiently.

What you'll do

• Manage daily shop workflow and production against targets and weekly goals
• coordinate technicians, body, paint, estimating, parts, and office staff
• assign and prioritize work
• monitor repair progress and identify delays
• lead daily team meetings
• assist with repair planning, troubleshooting, and quality control
• perform light body or repair work when needed
• help ensure vehicles are properly repaired and ready for delivery
• assist with customer intake and repair communications
• support estimating or appraisal tasks when appropriate
• help maintain accountability for quality, productivity, and communication.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive shop foreman

production manager

automotive repair

shop workflow

technician leadership

collision repair

quality control

customer communication

west warwick ri

porcelli’s auto center

$35–$55/hour

full-time

performance bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Performance-based bonus structure
• other benefits are not specified.

Why this role

Hands-on leadership role at a family-owned repair business; compensation includes a performance-based bonus structure.

About the employer

PORCELLIS AUTO CENTER LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.