At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage laboratory operations while ensuring quality and performance.
- Company: Multinational laboratory testing organization with a focus on growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for significant career advancement.
- Why this job: Be a hands-on leader and build a lab operation from the ground up.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in labs, 5+ years in management, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 150000 - 180000 $ per year.
Location: North York, ON
Salary: $150,000–$180,000 + performance bonus
Work Model: On-site, Monday–Friday
The Opportunity
Our client, a multinational laboratory testing organization, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to help lead a laboratory facility in the Greater Toronto Area. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on laboratory leader to help build an operation from the ground up. The successful candidate will oversee laboratory operations, technical performance, quality, people leadership and financial performance while supporting the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day laboratory operations, quality and performance
- Oversee laboratory instrumentation, equipment and processes
- Recruit, develop and lead the laboratory team
- Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and applicable quality standards
- Manage budgets, P&L and operational KPIs
- Drive productivity, turnaround times and customer service
- Lead continuous improvement, root cause analysis and corrective actions
Qualifications
- 10+ years of laboratory experience
- 5+ years of supervisory or management experience
- Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025
- Experience with chemistry laboratory instrumentation such as ICP-OES/MS, GC-MS/ECD/FID, HPLC, IC and/or discrete analyzers
- Strong people leadership and problem-solving skills
- Experience with budgets, P&L and performance metrics
- Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Engineering or a related discipline preferred
Operations Manager in Toronto employer: Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario
Our client is an exceptional employer in the natural resources sector, offering a dynamic work environment in Northern Ontario where financial leaders can thrive. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and mentorship, the company fosters a collaborative culture that values operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive support for professional development, and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a critical industrial operation.
Contact Details:
Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario Recruitment Team
