Machine Repair Project Manager

Job Title: Machine Repair Project Manager

Job Description

The Machine Repair Project Manager oversees industrial machine repair and stamping press repair projects across the region from an office base in Grand Blanc, MI. This position suits an experienced maintenance professional, machine repair technician, millwright, lead foreman, maintenance supervisor, or project manager who is ready to step into or advance within a leadership role with a well-established industrial contractor. The role focuses on managing multiple projects at once, coordinating field personnel, supporting customers, and ensuring that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The organization offers training and mentorship on estimating and project bidding, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to transition from a hands-on maintenance experience into project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage machine repair and industrial maintenance projects from initial planning through final completion.
• Lead and coordinate project teams ranging from approximately 10 to 30 employees.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to support efficient project execution.
• Collaborate closely with operations, estimating teams, customers, and field personnel to align project goals and expectations.
• Conduct occasional site visits to monitor project progress, verify quality, and support field teams.
• Assist in developing project estimates and customer proposals, including scope, timelines, and resource needs.
• Maintain and track project budgets and schedules while providing clear and consistent communication to customers.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and quality standards on every project.
• Support a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the project teams.
• Represent the organization professionally with industrial and manufacturing customers throughout the region.

Essential Skills

• At least 7 years of stamping press repair experience.
• Hands-on experience with machine repair and industrial maintenance in manufacturing, stamping, automotive, or industrial environments.
• Ability to lead and manage field teams ranging from 10 to 30 employees.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with customers, operations, estimating, and field personnel.
• Proven teamwork skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across departments and sites.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (MVR required).
• Technical familiarity with industrial machinery, industrial maintenance, and industrial equipment.
• Experience with machine setup and stamping press operations in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Project Manager or Maintenance Manager in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience estimating or bidding industrial maintenance or machine repair projects.
• Millwright experience with strong machine repair expertise.
• Experience as a Lead Foreman or Sr Maintenance Technician overseeing field or maintenance teams.
• Experience maintaining equipment within automotive stamping facilities.
• Familiarity with large automotive and Tier 1 manufacturing environments.
• Interest in transitioning from a hands-on maintenance role into a project management career path.
• Motivation to grow into long-term leadership roles within operations and project management.

Work Environment

This is a permanent, office-based position located in Grand Blanc, MI, with primary work performed in a professional office setting and regular interaction with operations and estimating teams. The role includes travel to project sites approximately one to two times per month to support field operations and meet with customers. A company vehicle and company credit card are provided to support travel and project needs. The organization operates in a collaborative team environment with experienced operations and estimating professionals, offering exposure to large industrial and manufacturing customers throughout Michigan and long-term career growth opportunities within operations and project management.

This is a Permanent position based out of Pontiac, MI.

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k. Company vehicle

This is a Permanent position based out of Pontiac, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Pontiac,MI.

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