What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager - Environmental Laboratory position at Enthalpy Analytical?
About You
Are you passionate and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as an Operations Manager based in our Orange, CA laboratory.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have more than 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3,000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
What We Can Offer You
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization, Montrose Environmental Group, is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air, water, and soil testing. Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance.
Our Orange, CA laboratory is currently seeking an Full-Time Operations Manager to join our management team.
Pay: $90K - $115K
The Operations Manager serves as the on-site operational leader responsible for driving timely execution, motivating teams, and ensuring high-quality laboratory operations. Reporting to the Laboratory Director, the Operations Manager oversees and manages daily activities, drives continuous improvement, and fosters a results-driven culture focused on achieving the required business objectives.
This position requires a confident, proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while influencing team performance and maintaining operational focus. The Operations Manager plays a key role in translating strategic vision into efficient, timely action across all laboratory groups and is a 100% onsite position.
As a key member of the management team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Key Responsibilities
Immediate Priorities (First 6–12 Months)
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.
Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
Are you passionate and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as an Operations Manager based in our Orange, CA laboratory.
Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have more than 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3,000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
What We Can Offer You
As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:
- Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
- Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges
- An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
- Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
- Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $115,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
- Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
- A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation
- Access to a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.
Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization, Montrose Environmental Group, is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air, water, and soil testing. Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance.
Our Orange, CA laboratory is currently seeking an Full-Time Operations Manager to join our management team.
Pay: $90K - $115K
The Operations Manager serves as the on-site operational leader responsible for driving timely execution, motivating teams, and ensuring high-quality laboratory operations. Reporting to the Laboratory Director, the Operations Manager oversees and manages daily activities, drives continuous improvement, and fosters a results-driven culture focused on achieving the required business objectives.
This position requires a confident, proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while influencing team performance and maintaining operational focus. The Operations Manager plays a key role in translating strategic vision into efficient, timely action across all laboratory groups and is a 100% onsite position.
As a key member of the management team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Key Responsibilities
Immediate Priorities (First 6–12 Months)
- Directly manage Wet Chemistry and SVOA groups, ensuring scheduling, workflow coordination, and resource allocation meet client deadlines and production goals.
- Respond quickly to operational gaps, lead hands-on troubleshooting, and support timely, practical solutions.
- Deliver consistent, constructive performance management—including coaching, conflict resolution, and follow-up—to stabilize high-need areas and strengthen team accountability.
- Standardize protocols, drive consistency in group operations, and support rapid implementation of best practices.
- Expand oversight across all laboratory groups, leading execution of lab-wide operational processes, continuous improvement projects, and performance management systems.
- Drive clarity, speed, and accountability by managing competing priorities, delegating effectively, and following through on commitments.
- Facilitate implementation of strategic initiatives by translating direction from the Laboratory Director into targeted daily execution.
- Identify and resolve inefficiencies across workflows, manage timelines for method development, and take initiative to innovate for improved results.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to evaluate data integrity, assess the effectiveness of corrective actions, and ensure compliance.
- Champion a culture of safety and continuous improvement in partnership with the Health & Safety Specialist.
- Maintain open, persuasive, and results-oriented communication with staff, peers, and leadership to influence outcomes and align operations with organizational goals.
- Manage budgets and scheduling for instrument maintenance and capital resources, exploring cost-saving opportunities and alternate sourcing options.
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of laboratory experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role managing technical teams.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, including Wet Chemistry and SVOA techniques, with practical experience in method development and troubleshooting.
- Proven ability to proactively lead performance management, resolve staffing issues, and foster team engagement and accountability.
- Experience with driving process improvements under time-sensitive conditions.
- Familiarity with quality assurance practices, lab safety standards, and operational compliance.
- Demonstrated leadership style that is professional, proactive, and focused on achieving results through influence and action—not just oversight.
- High energy, confident communicator who inspires commitment and performance through persuasive, collaborative leadership.
- Skilled at prioritizing execution over perfection—focused on solving problems quickly and keeping teams aligned and productive.
- Experience analyzing performance data and leading cross-functional initiatives without getting lost in unnecessary detail.
- Strong business acumen and ability to align operational decisions with broader strategic goals.
- Proficiency with LIMS or similar systems and experience managing lab budgets, maintenance schedules, and cost controls.
- Comfortable operating in dynamic, high-growth, or transitional lab environments where leadership flexibility and initiative are essential.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 949-988-3500 or careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are going to be blunt – the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.
Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!
Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $90,000 - $115,000
