Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Salary: $115k
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm
Location:Hampton, VA
Employment Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities and Duties:
Serve as a leader and set an example of embodying the principles of Clients Mission in Service.
Manage the work section to budgeted financial objectives with Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibilities.
Manage and control key variable expense accounts, technical and administrative staff.
Assist in maintaining appropriate levels of accreditation and scope as defined by management; enhancement and expansion of the laboratory scope of accreditation (UKAS, KEMA, ISO/IEC 17025 Quality System).
Instill operational process efficiencies to reduce costs and provide technical support for sales and operational efforts.
Manage service performance of the laboratory to corporate objectives and assist technical staff in the analysis and resolution of complex problems commonly found in TMDE.
Manage the laboratory assets to maximize the utilization and leverage of assets. Ascertain lab capabilities and increase where relevant.
Support the Regional Director/VP in key initiatives and projects.
Recommendation for asset acquisition with appropriate justification

Qualifications
Experience managing a technical service group at a company in a relevant or comparable industry.
At least 10 years experience in the Calibration and Repair industry with formal experience in Physical Dimensional, RF/Microwave and general test equipment calibration. A formal PMEL or equivalent technical training is highly desirable.
At least 2 years experience as a section lead or supervisor.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of MS Office applications.
Ability to manage and motivate employees.

Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs without assistance. Occasional standing and bending are required.

Working Environment
Work primarily in a laboratory or manufacturing environment at client location and or customer sites. Travel may be required to other domestic and possibly international locations.

What We Offer
Full-time
Excellent benefits package Employer paid medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plan, employee funded pre-tax health and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off with vacation, sick and holidays

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