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Apple

Lab Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

Lab Operations & Asset Management Oversee all aspects of EE lab operations including equipment, calibration, tools, materials, and device allocation Track lab assets, maintenance schedules, and ...

Apple

Lab Manager

San Diego, CA

$39.87 - $82.77/hr

Lab Operations & Asset Management Oversee all aspects of EE lab operations including equipment, calibration, tools, materials, and device allocation Track lab assets, maintenance schedules, and ...

Apple

Lab Manager

San Diego, CA

$39.87 - $82.77/hr

Lab Operations & Asset Management Oversee all aspects of EE lab operations including equipment, calibration, tools, materials, and device allocation Track lab assets, maintenance schedules, and ...

Inficare Technologies

Lab Manager

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Lab Manager Location: Santa Clara, CA (100% Onsite) Job Type: Contract Duration: 12 Months ... Serve as the day-to-day operational contact for engineering labs across business units * Execute ...

NextHop AI

Senior Lab Admin

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$101K - $137K/yr

Coordinate hardware deployments, lab changes, equipment moves, and bring-up activities with engineering and operations stakeholders. * Manage the physical infrastructure lifecycle for assigned lab ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager lab operations in California is $62,625.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a manager lab operations?

A Manager Lab Operations is responsible for overseeing the daily activities and overall functioning of a laboratory. They ensure that lab processes run smoothly, manage staff, maintain safety standards, and handle budgeting and resource allocation. Their role often includes implementing policies, streamlining workflows, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential in this role, as they coordinate with scientists, technicians, and administrative personnel.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a manager lab operations?

To thrive as a Manager Lab Operations, you need a solid background in laboratory science, operational management, and quality assurance, usually supported by a relevant science degree and experience in lab supervision. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), regulatory compliance standards (such as CLIA or CAP), and process improvement methodologies is crucial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help foster team performance and ensure smooth lab operations. These competencies are vital for maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and efficiency in high-stakes laboratory environments.

What are some common challenges faced by a manager lab operations, and how can they be addressed?

Managers of Lab Operations often face challenges such as balancing resource allocation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining high-quality standards across multiple projects. Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as quality assurance, research staff, and safety officers, are vital for resolving issues quickly. Implementing robust process documentation and regular training sessions can help address these challenges and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the lab setting.

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Infographic showing various Manager Lab Operations job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,625 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

Lab Operations Site Supervisor

Nvidia

Santa Clara, CA

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Nvidia rating

9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 245 rated software companies

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Lab Operations Site Supervisor in the System Products Engineering Team to be in charge of driving requirements for NVIDIA's datacenter bench and rack engineering labs, and work to manage the physical infrastructure. This newest member will collaborate with multi-functional groups to capture requirements and will work jointly with Site Services Planners to craft and implement system deployments. You will have the opportunity to help drive the innovation of our future labs that will be used by engineers to develop our next generation datacenter products.

The standard work schedule for this role is Thursday through Monday (8 hours a day). This role may require overtime and work during company-designated holidays, depending on business and operational needs.

What you'll be doing:

  • Work closely with system validation, hardware and software design engineers, program and project managers to maintain good understanding of the design.

  • Coordinate schedules with rack build project managers and prepare site to streamline the installation process.

  • Take ownership for the end-to-end process of Assembly and Install of servers comprised of mechanical components, custom PCBs and various electronic components; and other lab activities involving equipment move. This involves typically lab activities, heavy lifting to move the equipment.

  • Oversee system validation tests which would involve ability to understand schematic and rework PCBs (using the company rework techs), connect instruments like oscilloscopes and measure data.

  • Supervise the Debug of problems on our servers and PCBs to identify the root cause.

  • Collaborate with Site Services to lead all aspects of maintaining and improving the physical infrastructure in order to facilitate the deployment of systems.

  • Help setup and maintain the lab (work-benches and instrumentation) and ordering/shipping/receiving of lab equipment and samples.

  • Document and Communicate validation results and risks to the management.

  • Write or Modify simple test scripts for the purpose of testing a system, and run them in Windows and Linux.

  • Able to work independently to complete daily tasks/priorities.

  • Continuously look for ways to improve the design, validation testplan, tools and NVIDIA server products.


What we need to see:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience).

  • 2+ years equivalent experience.

  • Background in engineering with strong experience of lab equipment and technology, with junior management experience, seeking a new challenge in a lab environment.

  • Demonstrated ability in an innovative product development environment.

  • Strong interpersonal communication skills to engage with various partners and leadership.

  • Highly motivated, quick learner, adaptable to change, and interested in exploring new technologies.

  • Ability to navigate conflicting objectives, negotiate with suppliers, support services and solicit quotes and goals through patience and negotiation.

  • Meticulous with excellent prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks while driving solutions to closure with partners.

  • Willingness to travel occasionally within the Bay Area for site visits.


Ways to stand out from the crowd:

  • Effective interpersonal skills with internal customers and leadership.

  • Proficiency in MS Visio, MS SharePoint, and Jira.

  • Experience in high-tech construction project management.

  • Familiarity with the datacenter product ecosystem.

  • Outgoing personality with a proactive approach to engaging with customer engineering teams in the lab environment.

Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 60,000 USD - 101,200 USD for Level 3, and 72,000 USD - 120,750 USD for Level 4.

You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.

Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 23, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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About Nvidia

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

1993

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