On‑Site Operational Excellence Project Lead

ARUP Laboratories, Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUP Laboratories, Inc is seeking an Operational Excellence Project Lead to drive projects that enhance efficiency, quality, and performance across operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field, along with five years of experience in project management within complex environments. Responsibilities include overseeing projects from planning to implementation, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and engaging diverse stakeholders. Experience with enterprise systems in a lab context is essential. Preferred qualifications include Lean and Six Sigma certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Five years of experience leading cross-functional projects in complex or regulated environments.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage diverse stakeholder needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of assigned projects.
• Translate high-level priorities into actionable tasks supporting strategic goals.
• Support adoption of new processes through effective communication and training.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Cross-functional collaboration

Managing timelines and risks

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

Enterprise systems (e.g., LIMS, ERP, QMS)

Job description

ARUP Laboratories, Inc is seeking an Operational Excellence Project Lead to drive projects that enhance efficiency, quality, and performance across operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field, along with five years of experience in project management within complex environments. Responsibilities include overseeing projects from planning to implementation, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and engaging diverse stakeholders. Experience with enterprise systems in a lab context is essential. Preferred qualifications include Lean and Six Sigma certifications.