Machine Repair Project Manager

About the role

This role oversees industrial machine repair and stamping press repair projects across the region from an office base in Grand Blanc, MI. It is well suited for an experienced maintenance professional, machine repair technician, millwright, lead foreman, maintenance supervisor, or project manager who wants to move into or deepen a leadership position with a well-established industrial contractor.

Responsibilities

• Manage machine repair and industrial maintenance projects from initial planning through completion.
• Lead and coordinate project teams ranging from 10 to 30 employees, providing clear direction and support.
• Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to ensure projects execute efficiently and safely.
• Work closely with operations, estimating teams, customers, and field personnel to align expectations and project goals.
• Conduct occasional site visits to monitor project progress, address issues, and support field teams.
• Aid in developing project estimates and customer proposals, learning and applying estimating and bidding processes.
• Maintain and track project budgets and schedules while providing regular communication and updates to customers.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements on all projects.
• Uphold quality standards for machine repair, stamping press work, and industrial maintenance activities.
• Support continuous improvement in project execution, resource utilization, and customer satisfaction.

Essential Skills

• At least 7 years of stamping press repair experience.
• Hands-on experience with machine repair and industrial maintenance.
• Experience working in manufacturing, stamping, automotive, or industrial environments.
• Experience working in a collaborative, project-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with operations, estimating, customers, and field personnel.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills in a collaborative, project-driven environment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record (MVR required).
• Familiarity with industrial machinery, industrial maintenance practices, and industrial equipment.
• Capability to balance multiple projects and priorities while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Project Manager or Maintenance Manager.
• Experience in estimating or bidding industrial maintenance or machine repair projects.
• Millwright experience with strong machine repair expertise.
• Lead Foreman or Maintenance Technician experience overseeing crews and complex repairs.
• Experience maintaining equipment within automotive stamping facilities.
• Familiarity with large automotive and Tier 1 manufacturing environments, including major OEMs and suppliers.
• Interest in transitioning from a hands-on maintenance role into a project management position.
• Willingness to learn and grow under training and mentorship in project management, estimating, and bidding.
• Comfort working with customers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Work Environment

This is a permanent, office-based position located in Grand Blanc, MI, within a collaborative team environment that includes experienced operations and estimating professionals. The role involves managing projects for large industrial and manufacturing customers throughout Michigan and provides exposure to complex industrial machinery, stamping presses, and automotive-related equipment. Travel to project sites occurs approximately one to two times per month to support field teams and monitor project progress. A company vehicle and company credit card are provided to support travel and project-related activities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115,000.00 - $130,000.00/yr. Health, Dental, Vision, ESOP.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pontiac, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.