Operations Manager - Machine Repair at Lee Contracting in Walker, MI
- Company: Lee Contracting
- Location: Walker, MI
- Posted: Sep 24, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 7+ years
Overview
Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core val…
Job description
- Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of the departments operational and growth strategies.
- Manages department spend on equipment, labor, materials to ensure the financial health of the department.
- Identify and implement innovative technologies and practices to improve operational efficiency and competitiveness.
- Ensure the department complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and safety standards, and develop and maintain risk management procedures.
- Develop and monitor departmental KPIs that are aligned with the objectives of the company.
- Allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize department performance and efficiency.
- Implement and maintain quality control and assurance processes to meet and exceed industry and company quality standards.
- Create, own, and continually improve processes to provide quality job execution.
- Build and develop an effective team to successfully estimate and execute projects that meet quality and safety standards.
- Implement and cultivate a team environment that focuses on safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity.
- Promote and drive professional development and training efforts to improve overall business acumen and technical knowledge for the various jobs within the departments.
- Foster an environment that empowers employees to make positive decisions and lead their teams while maintaining accountability for actions and results.
- Drive effective communication through all levels of the department.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business management, or equivalent industry experience.
- 7+ years of managerial or leadership experience leading multi-functional teams.
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly motivated individual with passion for leadership, customer service, follow-through, and learning
- Ability to handle difficult and sensitive situations.
- Ability to self-prioritize, negotiate, and manage requests from multiple sources.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address project and operational challenges effectively.
- Valid Drivers License
Skills
Required
- Leadership
- Communication
- Motivation
- Problem-solving
- Negotiation
- Customer service
- Strategic planning
- Resource allocation
- Human resources
- Leadership technique
- Production methods
- Coordination of people and resources
Benefits
- Comprehensive Training Programs
- Paid Holidays Upon Hire
- Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- And so much more!