Automotive Inspection Manager

About Clutch:
We’re on a mission to reinvent the way people buy, sell, and own cars. Are you game? Clutch is Canada’s largest online used car retailer, delivering a seamless, hassle-free car-buying experience to drivers everywhere. Customers can browse hundreds of cars from the comfort of their home, get the right one delivered to their door, and enjoy peace of mind with our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee… and that’s just the beginning. Named two years in a row to the Globe & Mail’s list of the Top Growing Companies in Canada and also awarded spots on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50™ and Fast 500™ lists, we’re looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team. Headquartered in Toronto, Clutch was founded in 2017 and currently services Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, British Columbia, and Prince Edward Island. Clutch is backed by a number of world-class investors, including D1 Capital, Canaan, Real Ventures, Brand Project, and Upper90. To learn more, visit clutch.ca.
About the role:
We are on a mission to build a world-class team that drives innovation, growth, and operational excellence. As we scale rapidly, we are looking for an Automotive Inspection Manager to lead our vehicle inspection department within our reconditioning facility. This role focuses on overseeing vehicle inspections, maintaining quality standards, and managing a team of inspectors, apprentices, and technicians to ensure vehicles are retail-ready and completed efficiently. Evening availability is required.
What you’ll do:
Lead and oversee the daily operations of the vehicle inspection department
Manage a team of inspectors, apprentices, and technicians while promoting accountability, performance, and productivity
Ensure all vehicles meet Clutch’s quality and safety standards prior to retail readiness
Oversee vehicle inspections, diagnostics, repair recommendations, and quality control processes
Monitor production timelines and ensure vehicles are completed efficiently and on schedule
Establish and monitor department KPIs and production metrics
Partner with leadership to improve workflows, operational efficiency, and inspection processes
Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing training to team members
Build a high-performance culture rooted in collaboration, communication, and ownership
Support hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management within the department
Collaborate cross-functionally with production, logistics, and operations teams to support business demands
Ensure inspection documentation and reporting is completed accurately and consistently
Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment
Manage department resources, tooling, and equipment maintenance
What we’re looking for:
Minimum 5–7 years of automotive experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
Strong understanding of vehicle inspections, diagnostics, repair processes, and automotive quality standards
Previous experience managing technicians, apprentices, inspectors, or production teams
310S License strongly preferred, or equivalent hands-on technician experience
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment
Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively
Data-driven mindset with experience tracking KPIs and operational performance
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed
Other items to note:
Communication: Frequent interaction with leadership, technicians, inspectors, and production staff
Problem Resolution/Analysis: Identify quality concerns, operational bottlenecks, and workflow inefficiencies
Team/Individual Contributor: Lead inspection department operations while supporting team development
Working Conditions: On-site role in a production/reconditioning facility during evening hours
Mental and Physical Skill/Effort: Leadership, organization, multitasking, and problem-solving required
Why you’ll love it at Clutch:
Autonomy & ownership – opportunity to create your own path and lead a high-performing team
Competitive wages and benefits
Generous time off program
Opportunity to work for an ambitious and fast-moving startup
Employment Type:
Permanent Full-Time
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary range: $85,000 – $100,000 annually
Health & dental benefits
Pay decisions reflect objective criteria: skills, performance, market benchmarking, responsibilities, and working conditions
Clutch is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email talent@clutch.ca