Operations Manager – Laboratory 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

Robust 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

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team. The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements.

Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.

📌 Operations Manager (Winnipeg)
🏢 Recruiting In Motion - Eastern Ontario
📍 Winnipeg