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Satellite Laboratory Operations Manager

Job in Bakersfield, Kern County, California, 93399, USA
Listing for: BSK Associates
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 72800 - 93600 USD Yearly USD 72800.00 93600.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Join Our Team as a Satellite Laboratory Operations Manager!

BSK Associates, a trusted name in engineering with over 55 years of excellence, is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Operations Manager to join our Team. As an employee‑owned company, we take pride in our workplace, and it shows!

What makes BSK unique?
  • Welcoming and Supportive Culture
    :
    Step into a friendly, inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued, equipped with the tools you need, and free to be yourself.
  • Empowering Management
    :
    Our leadership trusts you to excel in your role, is approachable, and prioritizes safety and work‑life balance—values we live by, not just talk about.
  • Core Values
    :
    We are guided by values of quality service, professionalism, teamwork, safety, employee development, accountability, and proactivity which you’ll see reflected in our day‑to‑day work.

Full‑Time employees receive our comprehensive compensation package which includes 100% employer paid Medical insurance with by‑up options for your dependents. Employee and Dependent Dental and Vision plans, Employee Assistance Program, ESOP and 401k plans. 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick and Paid Vacation time earned on an accrued basis. The pay range for this position is $72,800-$93,600, offers will be based on the successful candidate's experience.

Role

& Responsibilities

The Satellite Laboratory Operations Manager provides direct oversight of the laboratory under the direction of the General Manager and/or Laboratory Director. This includes the areas of Sample Preparation, Technical Operations (i.e. Sample Analysis) and Facilities. He or she serves an assistant to the General Manager / Laboratory Director and is the effective leader of the laboratory in the their absence. The Satellite Operations Manager would be best described as a Laboratory Director in training;

this person would be the prime candidate to assume the Laboratory Director position for the satellite should an opening become available.

Duties
  • Ensure the day to day laboratory operational activities meet client testing specifications and quality assurance requirements.
  • Work closely with the Technical Services Regional Manager and QA Regional Manager to ensure the production of profitable, technically sound testing services.
  • Monitor staffing levels, adjusting to meet current operating conditions and service needs.
  • Manage laboratory resources to ensure profitability and service standards.
  • Oversee staff and ensure accountability through assistance and input in recruitment, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as needed.
  • Work with General Manager / Laboratory Director to monitor performance metrics critical to meeting business performance objectives.
  • Work with General Manager / Laboratory Director to make continuous improvements in quality, service, efficiencies and employee satisfaction.
  • Provide on‑site leadership to laboratory staff.
  • Along with General Manager / Lab Director, promote the company Mission, Vision and Values in laboratory daily activities.
  • Qualifications and Education Requirements
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Scientific Discipline (Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or similar)
    • Ten years previous environmental laboratory experience, including three years as a department manager
    • Experience with ISO‑Based Quality Assurance Systems / Quality Control Programs
    • Experience in basic financial analysis (Profit / Loss statements)
    Preferred Skills/Attributes
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Fluent in Microsoft Office applications, specifically:
      Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point

    Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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