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Operational Excellence Project Specialist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You should have 5+ years in project management, lean methodologies, strong Excel/Power BI skills, experience in GMP, and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • You will manage cross-functional projects, implement standardized processes, track progress, develop dashboards, coordinate discussions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in project management and operational excellence or Lean manufacturing
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with proven proficiency in project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban)
  • Strong understanding of lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles, with experience implementing operational excellence initiatives
  • Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet) and data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar) with demonstrated ability to develop business cases and ROI calculations
  • Experience in resource planning, risk assessment, and performance metrics tracking
  • Advanced knowledge of GMP principles and practices
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Proven problem-solving and analytical capabilities with track record of driving process improvements
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams and initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of complex, cross-functional projects
  • Implement and maintain standardized project management processes, including status reporting and resource tracking methodologies
  • Create and manage comprehensive project plans incorporating deliverables, milestones, budgets, and resource requirements
  • Monitor project progress continuously and make detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables
  • Develop and maintain project dashboards and metrics to track project health and resource utilization
  • Coordinate cross-functional discussions and prepare materials to support decision-making processes regarding project prioritization and risk mitigation
  • Utilize project management tools and systems to ensure consistent project delivery and portfolio transparency
  • Support stakeholder management and communication strategies across the organization
  • Communicate proactively with all involved personnel to provide encouragement, identify problems, create solutions, and implement efficiency improvements
  • Support the implementation and sustainment of operational excellence initiatives and systems across the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Manage continuous improvement projects, including resource coordination and benefit tracking
  • Apply lean methodologies in project execution, ensuring appropriate use of tools and techniques
  • Track and report operational excellence impacts and ROI
  • Work with leadership to identify improvement opportunities based on business impact
  • Support the implementation of best practices for project execution and operational excellence

FAQs

Is this position fully remote?

No, this is a fully onsite role in San Diego, CA.

What is the salary range for the Operational Excellence Project Specialist position?

The annualized base salary range for this role is $95,800 to $149,900 and it is bonus eligible.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

The role requires 5+ years of experience in project management and operational excellence or Lean manufacturing.

What project management methodologies should I be familiar with?

You should have demonstrated experience managing complex projects with proficiency in methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, and Kanban.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the company?

Yes, Hologic is committed to enabling employees with tools and knowledge required for success, providing comprehensive training when you join and continued development throughout your career.

What kind of tools should I be proficient in for this role?

Proficiency in project management tools like MS Project and Smartsheet, as well as data analysis tools such as Excel and Power BI, is required.

Will I be expected to manage cross-functional teams?

Yes, the role includes leading and facilitating cross-functional teams and initiatives.

What is the focus of the organization I would be working with?

The focus is on Molecular Diagnostics within the Diagnostics Solutions Division, supporting innovative and fully automated sample-to-result instrument systems.

What type of improvements will I be driving in this role?

You will be driving continuous improvement projects, applying lean methodologies to ensure appropriate use of tools and techniques, and tracking operational excellence impacts and ROI.

Is experience with GMP principles necessary for this role?

Yes, advanced knowledge of GMP principles and practices is required for this position.

Enabling healthier lives, everywhere, every day.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1985
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re an innovative medical technology company whose purpose is to enable healthier lives everywhere, every day. While we discover and develop groundbreaking products and services that benefit everyone, we are especially passionate about those that advance women’s health and well-being. This allows us to be a company that prospers, grows and empowers women to experience healthier lives. None of this would be possible without the talent, skills and aspirations of our employees. Their expertise and dedication to developing and sharing more robust, science-based certainty drives our increasingly global presence, as well as a pipeline that responds to the unmet health and wellness needs of women, families and communities. What powers our growth across Breast & Skeletal Health, Diagnostic Solutions, and GYN Surgical Solutions is also what differentiates us: the exceptional and clinically proven ability of our products to detect, diagnose and treat illnesses and other health conditions earlier and better. This clinical superiority creates high expectations, which we fulfill by always challenging ourselves to improve health through better technology, education and market access. Our goal is to minimize doubt and maximize the confidence our customers and their patients have in their decisions and diagnoses. We work toward this goal every day, always aware that in an increasingly complex and competitive global environment, we must continually earn the trust of our customers and their patients. By focusing on women’s health while still delivering health benefits to everyone, we are setting a new standard of excellence that is strengthened by purpose, driven by passion and brought to life by our promise of more certain early detection and better health outcomes.

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    When you feel good, you are at your best every day. Our comprehensive healthcare benefits include a cycle to work scheme, gym subsidy and dental plan options. Plus, lifestyle advice and tax-favourable savings accounts to help you and your family receive the care you deserve when you need it most.

  • Pension

    Relax into your retirement with a personal pension plan. On this defined contribution scheme, you will contribute 3% and we will double that and contribute 6%.

  • Insurance

    We understand the importance of safeguarding your income now and in the future. That is why we offer a variety of Insurances including, Short- and long-term disability and very competitive life Insurance. We also offer Vitality health insurance for you, with the option to add any dependents at your own cost.

  • Wellbeing

    From our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme to advice and support around self-care or time away from work, we have all the tools and resources you need to help manage the demands of life and family - to achieve the healthiest and happiest life you can.

  • Fuel

    To stay in top shape, we need to fuel our bodies. Most of our countries in Europe allow for meal subsidies, be it in the form of discounted cafes on site or through Luncheon voucher schemes.