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How much do operations director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for operations director in Nottingham, MD is $107,172.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,100.00 and $134,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an operations director do?

An Operations Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a company or organization, ensuring that business processes run efficiently and effectively. They develop and implement operational policies, manage budgets, and work closely with other executives to align operations with the organization’s strategic goals. Operations Directors also lead teams, monitor key performance indicators, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and profitability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operations director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operations Director, you need extensive experience in operations management, strategic planning, and a relevant degree such as business administration or supply chain management. Familiarity with ERP systems, data analytics tools, and project management certifications like PMP are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and organizational change. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring efficient business operations, achieving strategic goals, and sustaining competitive advantage.

How does an operations director typically collaborate with other departments to drive organizational success?

An Operations Director works closely with leaders from departments such as finance, human resources, sales, and IT to ensure organizational goals are met efficiently. This collaboration often involves regular cross-functional meetings, joint planning sessions, and aligning operational strategies with broader business objectives. By fostering open communication and building strong relationships across teams, the Operations Director helps identify process improvements, solve bottlenecks, and support company-wide initiatives. This cross-departmental teamwork is essential for streamlining operations and achieving sustainable growth.

What is the difference between Operations Director vs Operations Manager?

AspectOperations DirectorOperations Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple departments, sets strategic goals, and manages overall operationsManages daily operations within a specific department or area
Required CredentialsBachelor’s degree, often MBA, extensive experience in operationsBachelor’s degree, relevant experience in operations management
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, cross-departmental coordinationTeam leadership, process management, operational oversight
Industry UsageCommon in large organizations and corporationsFound in organizations of all sizes, more operational focus

The Operations Director typically holds a higher strategic role, overseeing multiple departments and setting long-term goals, while the Operations Manager focuses on managing daily operations within specific areas. Both roles require relevant experience and credentials, but the Operations Director operates at a broader, more strategic level.

Is operations a high paying job?

Operations Director roles are typically among the higher-paying management positions, with salaries varying based on industry, company size, and location. These roles often require strong leadership, strategic planning, and experience in supply chain, logistics, or process improvement. Compensation can include base salary, bonuses, and benefits, reflecting the level of responsibility involved.
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Infographic showing various Operations Director job openings in Nottingham, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,172 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Regional Laboratory Operations Director, Mid-Atlantic

Microbac

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Come join our family!  If you are interested in truly making a difference in a collaborative and rewarding work setting with a culture of respect, accountability, appreciation, and loyalty, Microbac might be the right place for you!

We offer a positive working environment with engaged and supportive leadership teams along with competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, generous paid time off including vacation, holidays and flextime, a wellness program, referral bonus, tuition reimbursement and more!  

ABOUT MICROBAC

Microbac Laboratories, Inc. is a premier commercial laboratory testing firm that partners with clients nationwide, offering laboratory solutions to life science, food and nutrition, and environmental industries and serves our clients with the utmost expertise and respect for their market requirements, constraints, and challenges. We embody a company-wide commitment to exceptional customer experience, which has been refined by over 50 years of trusted, analytical and measurement experience.

As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to our workforce, safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and nutrition and life science markets.

JOB SUMMARY

The Regional Director oversees and directs the operations and financial performance of multiple accredited, independent commercial laboratory facilities that offer a wide range of analytical testing, consultative, and research support services. This management includes areas of technical expertise, production performance, employee oversight and development, business performance and administrative activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

  • Through strong, positive leadership, the Regional Director ensures the profitability of laboratory facilities through effective financial, human capital, and resource management and customer care. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

  • Responsible for the profitability of multiple laboratories including creating annual profit plans, monthly tracking and roll up of results, projections, supply and labor cost management and reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. 
  • Leads, plans, organizes, and supports the activities and resources related to processing samples, consulting clients, or conducting research, in a manner that is cost effective while maintaining the highest level of quality.
  • Establishes, enforces, and monitors criteria for operations, production, purchasing, record keeping, reporting, laboratory safety, waste handling and disposal, and client management.
  • Builds strong relationships with clients through direct interactions.
  • Provides customer support and communicate the capabilities of the laboratory to current and potential clients.
  • Maintains the laboratory facilities to ensure a clean, safe and efficient working environment.
  • Supports the Corporate functions, ensuring all policies and procedures are applied throughout the laboratories.
  • Maintains staff by selecting, orienting, training, and motivating employees; maintaining a safe, secure, and legally compliant work environment; developing personal growth opportunities.
  • Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job results, and giving continual feedback; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; developing, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
  • Establishes strategic goals by gathering pertinent business, financial, service, and operations information; identifying and evaluating trends and options; choosing a course of action; defining objectives; evaluating outcomes.
  • Evaluates technologies, manpower and competencies of staff and facilitates change where necessary.
  • Explores new market areas and evaluates the feasibility of potential new business.
  • Promotes a cohesive, collaborative team approach to daily operations.
  • Ensures the facility, instrumentation and equipment are well maintained and are in good working order.
  • Ensure that client and employee requests and concerns are addressed in an appropriate and timely manner.


MINIMUM QUALIICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in science as it relates to the industry is required.
  • 10 years of prior commercial laboratory experience
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Technical knowledge within laboratory testing industry
  • Previous success managing P&L’s, budgeting, forecasting
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to conduct analysis and read, interpret, and report technical data.
  • Ability to respond effectively (written and verbal) to sensitive or highly technical inquiries.
  • Ability to use positive techniques to motivate others, gain buy in, and manage through change.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements: 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision and depth perception.

Working Conditions: 

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be in a general office environment.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • This job will require 50% of travel time. 

 

As a privately held third-party testing company, Microbac operates with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. Our diverse work portfolio includes broad accreditation offerings and tested insights across the environmental, food and life science markets.

 

OTHER:

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties an employee may be required to perform. Microbac reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. 


Employment is at-will. Microbac, promotes a drug-free, alcohol-free workplace. Applicants considered for hire must pass a drug test before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.


Microbac is an Equal Opportunity Employer – We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.