Sr Technical Automation Program Leader
Quest Diagnostics · Clifton · $165,000–$200,000 (stated in the posting)
The Quest Diagnostics Enterprise Automation Team is where invention meets impact. We are a team of builders who work passionately to apply emerging robotics hardware and software technologies to solve real-world challenges, transforming our customers’ experiences in ways we are only beginning to imagine. We invent new improvements every day, providing our team members with the tools and support needed to innovate in a rewarding, fulfilling, and collaborative environment.
Based primarily at our state-of-the-art Clifton, NJ Laboratory, we are seeking a highly strategic, proactive Senior Technical Automation Program Manager to drive our automation pipeline from initial spark to enterprise-scale deployment. In this role, you will not just manage existing projects — you will actively scout our laboratory network to identify high-impact automation opportunities, build robust business cases to justify capital investments, lead pilot and Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives, and design the long-term roadmap to scale these technologies across the Quest network. This role requires an execution-focused leader who is equally comfortable presenting to executive leadership and working on-site alongside local lab operations during critical go-live windows.
The position has one direct report.
The ideal candidate will be hybrid out of our Clifton, NJ site.
Pay Range: $165,000-$200,000/year + 20% Annual Incentive Plan
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
healthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
…and so much more!