Shop Manager

Talent Edge Recruiting; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting seeks a capable Shop Manager/Operations Leader to guide a high-performing industrial repair facility in Wisconsin. The role focuses on leading daily operations, directing a shop team via a Foreman, and driving profitable outcomes while upholding customer satisfaction.

You will oversee quoting, prioritization, and scheduling, ensuring on-time delivery and strong client partnerships, with mentorship from an experienced leader as you prepare to take full ownership of the

Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership or management experience in industrial environments.
• Background in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, repair operations, or maintenance management.
• Strong people leadership and communication skills in fast-paced settings.
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities and owning customer-facing interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of a large industrial repair facility.
• Oversee shop personnel through a Shop Foreman to ensure smooth workflow.
• Manage quoting, estimating, and job prioritization activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Coordinate workflows to meet customer deadlines and operational goals.
• Support profitability and initiatives to improve operational performance.
• Provide technical guidance while maintaining a leadership-focused approach.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic direction and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Industrial maintenance

Managing operations

Customer relations

Job description

Lead a Critical Industrial Service Operation

An established industrial services organization is seeking a Shop Manager / Operations Manager to lead a high-performing motor and rotating equipment repair operation. This is a succession-planning opportunity where the selected leader will work closely with a highly experienced incumbent before assuming full ownership of the operation.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations of a large industrial repair facility
• Oversee shop personnel through an existing Shop Foreman
• Manage quoting, estimating, and job prioritization
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Coordinate workflow to meet customer deadlines and operational goals
• Support profitability and operational performance initiatives
• Provide technical guidance while maintaining a leadership-focused approach
• Work closely with senior leadership on strategic direction and growth

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of leadership or management experience
• Background in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, repair operations, maintenance management, or related environments
• Strong people leadership and communication skills
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced operation
• Customer-facing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Electric motor repair or rotating equipment experience
• Industrial service shop leadership experience
• Experience with estimating and quoting
• Exposure to EASA-certified environments or similar industrial repair operations

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Established and respected industrial services organization
• Direct visibility with executive leadership
• Structured transition and mentorship from a long-tenured leader
• Opportunity to assume full ownership of a critical business operation
• Strong culture built on teamwork, stability, and employee tenure
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate
• Base salary starting around $90,000, depending on experience
• Future compensation growth tied to increasing responsibility
• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term career advancement opportunity

If you're a leader who enjoys balancing operations, customer relationships, profitability, and team development, we'd love to speak with you.