Healthcare Lean Transformation Manager (Hybrid)

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Lean Business Transformation professional to lead regional Lean priorities, applying standard methodologies to improve productivity and cost, while collaborating with Patient Services, Laboratories, and Logistics. The role is hybrid, requiring onsite days and remote work.

You will drive problem solving, value-stream mapping, data analysis, and standard work documentation with a focus on regulatory and quality compliance in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years in cross-functional roles applying Lean methodologies.
• Experience in production/manufacturing or transactional office environments.
• Lean Six-Sigma certification or equivalent great for candidates.
• Healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead low complexity Lean initiatives through all stages of problem solving, implementation, and sustainment.
• Independently deliver results for delegated problem-solving and operational excellence activities within larger lean initiatives.
• Apply standard Lean Six Sigma methodologies and Toolkit across all assigned work activities.
• Be a subject matter expert in specific functional areas and segments of end-to-end value streams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as well as internal standards for safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Lean Six-Sigma certification

Shingijutsu Kaizen or equivalent

Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering Degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Lean Business Transformation professional to lead regional Lean priorities, applying standard methodologies to improve productivity and cost, while collaborating with Patient Services, Laboratories, and Logistics. The role is hybrid, requiring onsite days and remote work.

You will drive problem solving, value-stream mapping, data analysis, and standard work documentation with a focus on regulatory and quality compliance in a healthcare setting.