Site Operations Manager - Fridley, MN

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Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Site Operations Manager to join our Electrical team in Fridley, Minnesota.  

Intertek's Electrical business line applies more than 100 years of product testing expertise to quickly and efficiently help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for every market. Spanning a wide range of industries such as Medical, Lighting, Renewable Energy, HVACR, Appliances & Electronics, Hazardous Locations, Industrial Equipment, Life Safety & Security, IT & Telecom Equipment, Intertek's global network of laboratories employ world-class experts in their fields who deliver quality, accurate testing and certification that continually exceeds our clients' expectations and helps to clear a path for their product's success. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Site Operations Manager is responsible for the management of staff, hitting P&L targets, and revenue growth/EBIT for a specified region or location within North America. This position has the potential for 15% travel.

Salary & Benefits Information 

The base wage or salary range for this position is $120K to $175K. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you’ll do:

Oversee lab within an assigned location.

Responsible for the revenue/cost/EBIT for the location and drive towards maximization.

Identify/develop/improve processes to enhance and maximize efficiencies and margin/expense.

Coordinate with other working groups to create synergies and reach and exceed targeted goals.

Mentor and develop management staff by setting appropriate goals and objectives.

Work with Team to hit key KPIs and service level indicators.

Make business recommendations on capital expenditures and other initiatives.

Investigate and promote new business opportunities.

Perform other work as required.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. 

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or technical discipline
5 years of operations management experience in a technical or engineering environment
3 years of experience with budget management and P&L responsibility 
Excellent interpersonal and demonstrated communication skills, both verbally and written
Excellent leadership and management, mentoring and coaching skills
Must be willing to work onsite
Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and safe driving record
Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work 
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Microsoft Office software experience is a must have
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to travel as business needs dictate, up to 15%
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

Master’s degree
Management experience in a testing or product development laboratory