Regional General Manager

Exova•Lafayette, LA

60d

About The Position

Element is seeking a General Manager II to oversee its U.S. Environmental and Food laboratories, with locations in Indiana, Louisiana, and Oregon. This role reports directly to the Division Director and carries full responsibility for the overall performance, growth, and operational excellence of the assigned locations. The General Manager II will ensure that business operations and processes meet or exceed Element's standards, while driving profitability, fostering a strong safety culture, and positioning the laboratories for sustainable success. As the senior leader for these locations, the General Manager II will be accountable for executing business strategies, achieving financial and operational targets, and providing strong leadership to teams across multiple sites. This includes managing key client relationships, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and developing talent to support both current and future business needs. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in multi-site operations management, a strong track record of business growth and process improvement, and the ability to inspire teams in a dynamic and highly regulated industry.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in chemistry or technical-related discipline
10+ years managing a laboratory (environmental and food testing) with revenue of $10M+
Technical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests and to the overall operation of the entire lab
Must possess a strong ability to communicate (written and oral) effectively with clients and colleagues with great attention to detail and timing of results
Ability to organize the lab as a whole in line with the strategic, operational and technical goals of the entire company
Strong organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concerns of all departments
Ability to effectively provide managerial guidance to all staff on all functions within the lab
Ability to deeply analyse and resolve operational, finance and other significant business issues on a daily basis
Proven track record of success with regard to managerial, technical and operational competency both inside and outside of the lab

Nice To Haves

Experience multi-site leadership highly desired

Responsibilities

Drive and deliver annual Operational Plan commitments, including revenues, profit, working capital, and operational performance across multiple sites
Foster and maintain a culture of safety first
Collaborate with location support functions and systems such as QA, Safety and Health, Sales and Strategic Accounts, Finance, Human Resources, Business Improvement, and Service Excellence
Develop and implement both short- and long-term business plans and strategies encompassing operational goals, equipment needs, and staffing requirements
Align local strategies with group objectives, leveraging geographic industry knowledge, technical expertise, and capital expenditure planning
Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts in accordance with company policies while supporting the cultivation of new business opportunities
Guide staff on reporting requirements and ensure accurate and timely submissions
Prepare reliable forecasts, manage working capital effectively, and implement corrective actions when necessary to achieve plan objectives
Support employee development by providing clear direction, coaching, and growth opportunities
Represent Element with professionalism to customers, vendors, employees, and external organizations through active participation in professional associations, task forces, employee meetings, and site visits
Ensure compliance with all company policies, including Terms and Conditions, trade compliance, workplace conduct, and ethical standards
Uphold adherence to local, state, and federal regulations relating to safety, environmental responsibility, and corporate governance
Take full accountability for all personnel decisions and workforce management at the location
Oversee scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and balanced workloads
Promote a respectful and inclusive work environment where employees understand expectations, resolve issues constructively, and comply with workplace rules