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Mechanical Installation Manager

KION


Job Location:

Grand Rapids, MI - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 113600 - 170400
Posted: 13 September 2026 (11 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 11 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Dematic is seeking an Mechanical Installation Manager to support the Lifecycle Solutions and Services (LSS) Modernizations and Upgrades group. This role is responsible for managing full lifecycle installation activities including pre-quote support planning execution and commissioning of small to mid-sized projects.

The Installation Manager will lead field resources subcontractors and installation teams while ensuring adherence to safety quality and Dematic installation standards. This role requires strong coordination with Project Management Engineering Procurement and customers to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget.

This position requires flexibility including travel up to 25% on-call responsibilities and the ability to support off-shift and weekend work as needed.

We offer:
What We Offer
  • Career Development

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay Transparency

  • Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: provides equal employment opportunities to all employee and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $113600-$170400 at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location education experience knowledge and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Resource Management

  • Manage direct reports including supervisors foremen and crews

  • Conduct performance reviews coaching and bi-weekly 1:1 meetings

  • Lead hiring and interviewing activities

  • Manage manpower planning headcount forecasting and workforce allocation

  • Approve employee timecards and expenses

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Project Management & Execution

  • Plan and manage daily/weekly installation activities to meet project milestones

  • Oversee mechanical electrical and mechatronics pre-commissioning activities

  • Perform cost reviews and track installation financial performance

  • Prepare and review quotes RFQs and bid packages

  • Support Sales (SDG) with estimates and customer-driven solutions

  • Forecast monthly installation costs and maintain reporting tools

Subcontractor & Resource Coordination

  • Schedule subcontractors and issue contract labor requests

  • Manage subcontractor communication and performance tracking

  • Order materials consumables and equipment rentals

  • Track equipment inventory and ensure resource availability

  • Support procurement PM Site Manager and Supervisors with:

    • Extra Work Authorizations (EWA)

    • Change Order (CO) management

Customer & Cross-Functional Interface

  • Interface with Project Managers Engineers Site Managers and customers

  • Participate in project review meetings and post-mortem reviews

  • Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in installation practices

  • Support and resolve escalations; escalate to Director when required

Quality Safety & Compliance

  • Enforce Dematic installation standards processes and procedures

  • Promote and enforce a strong safety culture

Reporting & Documentation

  • Maintain installation management and PMC tools

  • Provide financial tracking forecasting and project reporting

  • Monitor subcontractor updates and provide regular status communications

Continuous Improvement

  • Drive continuous improvement through Kaizen funnel participation

  • Identify and implement process and procedure improvements

  • Support operational efficiency initiatives and best practices

Skills & Capabilities

  • Strong leadership and people management skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

  • Strong financial and cost management understanding

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and installation/project management tools

  • Ability to write clear and concise reports

Experience Desired

  • Minimum 5 years of experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment

  • Experience with material handling systems required

  • Experience with AGVs AS/RS and conveyors strongly preferred

Education & Certifications

  • Associates degree or 12 years of vocational/technical training preferred

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Additional Job Description

  • Willingness to travel up to 25% including short notice travel

  • Ability to work weekends holidays and off shifts

  • Willingness to be on call as required

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

  • Commitment to safety quality and customer satisfaction


Required Experience:

Manager


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