Senior Lab Operations Manager

Trane Technologies; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 113,600 - 161,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Fertility coverage

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies seeks a Senior Lab Operations Manager to lead the NA CHVAC Laboratories, ensuring high-quality data for product design engineering teams. You will oversee multiple Lab Operations teams, promote safety, and drive continuous improvement across testing activities.

You will recruit, develop, and motivate staff, align lab strategies with business goals, and manage budgets while supporting capital projects to expand capabilities. Travel about 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline and at least 8-years of industrial operations or Lab experience is required.
• At least 5-years of people leadership experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote lab safety as the top priority for all staff and visitors.
• Lead multiple Lab Operations teams to improve testing quality and data.
• Develop and implement talent management, training, and recognition programs.
• Coordinate with CHVAC Laboratory leaders to align strategies with business objectives.
• Support lab budgets and capital expenditure projects to enhance capabilities.
• Travel up to ~10% as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Lab safety

Budgeting

MS Office

Project management

HVAC knowledge

Communication

Coaching

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Test equipment

Laboratory testing

Quality systems

Job description

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Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

The Senior Lab Operations Manager is a member of the North America Commercial HVAC Laboratory Leadership Team. This leadership role is committed to delivering high-quality data to the product design engineering teams by leading teams of technicians responsible for testing and data acquisition for NA CHVAC Laboratories. Responsibilities include promoting lab safety and meeting all safety goals, training and development of team members, providing recognition/awards to deserving team members and creating/maintaining a mentorship program for Lab Operations team members. The Lab Operations Team works closely with the Test Engineering Team to fully comply with all ISO 17025 and other agency requirements as well as with all other Laboratory teams, as needed, for product development testing. This role also interacts with Product Design Engineering teams, other Trane Technologies Labs, other functions and customers to fully support product development test needs.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Lab EHS and all Lab team members to ensure that safety is the top priority for everyone (Leaders, team members and visitors) while in the NA CHVAC Laboratories.


• Foster a quality system aimed at improving the Lab’s ability to consistently produce valid test results and data.


• Lead multiple Lab Operations teams that strive to continuously improve Trane’s world-class CHVAC Engineering Laboratory.


• Talent Management – recruit, develop, train and motivate Lab Operations team members while generating an engaged team approach with the rest of the CHVAC Laboratory organization.


• Apply standard work across all labs to eliminate waste and leverage best practices.


• Develop short- and long-term strategies, in conjunction with the other CHVAC Laboratory Leaders, for a world-class lab that are aligned with business objectives and lead coordinated tactical efforts to achieve those goals.


• Work closely with other Functional Leaders to understand development testing needs to plan the Lab Operations team resources needed to support on-time completion of the project deliverables per the customer’s requested due date (project milestones).


• Align tasks and priorities between Lab Operations teams.


• Support Capital Expenditure projects, in collaboration with the Lab Engineering Teams, that continue to enhance our world class CHVAC Laboratories.


• Align tasks and priorities between Lab Operations teams.


• Responsibly use and protect natural resources through conservation and sustainable practices.


• Responsible for Lab Operations expense budgets for the CHVAC Laboratory.


• Leverage other Trane Technologies laboratories, to maximize efficiency in completing requested testing and provide data to the product development design teams.


• Ability to travel ~ 10%.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline and at least 8-years of industrial operations or Lab experience is required; OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required.


• At least 5-years of people leadership experience is required.

Essential Skills Or Competencies

• Strong financial literacy with experience managing departmental budgets.


• Operations experience is preferred.


• Experience in project management and/or HVAC engineering is preferred.


• Proficient MS Office skills (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word).


• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to lead by influence and sound strategy.


• Excellent ability to coach, motivate and engage others to develop high performing teams.


• Understands importance of putting customers first, strong self-motivation and proven operational and technical skills will be keys to success.


• Demonstrated project and people leadership experience.


• Familiar with test equipment, laboratory testing, workflow processes and quality systems.


• Takes innovative approaches to improve processes and problem solving.


• Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, and ability to work in a team environment and build cross-functional partnerships.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$113,600.00 - $161,945.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!


• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.


• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.


• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.


• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.