EMC Lab Operations Manager I

Element Materials Technology; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking an Operations Manager I for our Brooklyn Park, MN lab. You will report to the General Manager and lead daily operations to ensure timely, accurate EMC testing in a safety-conscious environment.

You will oversee a team of engineers, technicians, and coordinators, driving production efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction while managing forecasts, staffing, and capital needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field or 7+ years in a management role within a growth organization.
• Demonstrated leadership of EMC laboratory teams (engineers, technicians, coordinators).
• Strong knowledge of EMC testing standards and regulatory requirements (FCC, ISED, CE, CISPR, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of EMC testing facilities, including semi-anechoic chambers, conducted emissions, immunity, and RF test environments.
• Collaborate with commercial and business development teams to identify growth opportunities and expand EMC testing services.
• Develop and manage operational forecasts, including revenue, workload, capacity utilization, staffing requirements, and capital equipment needs.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are maintained within the safety and QA programs.
• Lead safety initiatives and cultivate a culture of safety first within the lab.
• Provide direction to ensure production goals and customer expectations are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Oversee staff hiring, performance management, and overtime approvals.

Skills

Leadership

EMC testing knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

EMC testing equipment

ISO/IEC 17025

Laboratory safety procedures

Job description

Element Materials Technology is seeking an Operations Manager I for our Brooklyn Park, MN lab. You will report to the General Manager and lead daily operations to ensure timely, accurate EMC testing in a safety-conscious environment.

You will oversee a team of engineers, technicians, and coordinators, driving production efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction while managing forecasts, staffing, and capital needs.