Industrial Equipment Manager

The Global Edge Consultants; Lumberton, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Global Edge Consultants seeks a Manager, Industrial Tool Equipment Rentals to oversee the full lifecycle of tools and equipment within a rental operation. You will manage P&L, budgets, maintenance, and inventory to drive profitability.

Lead a team, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with operations, purchasing, and logistics to align equipment resources with company goals. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and utilization trends.
• Excellent organization to manage complex inventories and fast-moving operations.
• Proven leadership and team-management abilities.
• Clear, confident communication with staff, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and sound judgment in high-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rental department’s P&L, monitor KPIs and maximize profitability.
• Develop and manage budgets for equipment purchasing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Lead acquisition, tracking, and deployment of tools and equipment for high utilization and ROI.
• Coordinate scheduling, billing, and documentation for check-in/check-out workflows.
• Ensure OSHA and company safety standards are strictly followed.
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, logistics, and project teams to align resources.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

The Manager, Industrial Tool Equipment Rentals is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of tools and equipment within a rental operation. This includes acquisition, maintenance, inventory control, utilization optimization, and safe, compliant operation. The role also carries full P&L responsibility, ensuring the rental division operates efficiently, profitably, and in alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate brings strong financial discipline, operational expertise, and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial & Operational Management
• Oversee the rental department’s P&L, monitor KPIs and make data-driven decisions to maximize profitability.
• Develop and manage budgets for equipment purchasing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Analyze cost trends and identify opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Lead the acquisition, tracking, and deployment of tools and equipment to ensure high utilization and ROI.
• Manage the daily check-in/check-out workflow, ensuring accurate scheduling, billing, and documentation.
• Identify underutilized assets and coordinate resale, redeployment, or disposal strategies.
• Maintain complete inventory records, including serial numbers, purchase data, and maintenance history.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories and investigate discrepancies, including missing or damaged items.

Maintenance & Safety

• Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules to keep all tools and equipment in safe, reliable condition.
• Coordinate internal and external repairs, ensuring timely resolution.
• Conduct and document safety inspections to meet regulatory and internal compliance requirements.
• Ensure strict adherence to OSHA and company safety standards.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise rental staff, equipment operators, and support personnel.
• Provide training on equipment operation, maintenance best practices, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with operations, purchasing, logistics, and project management teams to align equipment resources with organizational needs.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and high performance.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in industrial equipment rental, tool management, construction, industrial services, or related environments.
• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic systems.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and equipment utilization trends.
• Excellent organizational capabilities for managing complex inventories and fast-moving operational needs.
• Effective leadership and team-management abilities.
• Clear, confident communication skills for working with staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving ability and sound judgment in high-paced environments.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in equipment management or CMMS systems, along with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook).