Shop Manager/Operations Manager
Operations
Wisconsin, USA · Milwaukee, WI, USA
Posted on Aug 9, 2026
Operations Manager
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a skilled team within a fast-paced repair facility. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maintaining high quality standards, fostering employee development, and ensuring exceptional customer service while supporting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of the electric motor repair department, ensuring projects move efficiently from intake through completion.
- Assign, prioritize, and monitor repair jobs while managing schedules, workflow, and production deadlines.
- Coordinate with technicians, machine shop personnel, accounting, customer service, and other internal teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Review repair quotes, establish accurate pricing, and oversee timely billing for completed work.
- Provide technical guidance on troubleshooting, repair methods, testing procedures, and failure analysis for motors, generators, pumps, and related rotating equipment.
- Lead daily production meetings, remove workflow obstacles, and maintain productivity across the department.
- Communicate repair recommendations, project updates, and technical information with customers and vendors.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in electric motor repair, rotating equipment maintenance, or industrial electrical/mechanical service.
- Proven leadership experience managing technicians or shop personnel within an industrial or repair environment.
- Strong knowledge of AC/DC motor construction, testing, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and repair processes.
- Experience overseeing quoting, pricing, scheduling, workflow coordination, and job costing.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience mentoring, developing, and cross-training technical teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining a customer-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.