Leadership Accelerator Program Associate

Leadership Experience Accelerator Program Associate

Location:

West Hills, CA

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Pay range: $68,640 - $90,500 / year. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive an annual performance bonus.

We offer best‑in‑class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. The benefits vary by part‑time or full‑time status and may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees who work 30+ hours
• Best‑in‑class well‑being programs
• Annual, no‑cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthy MINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• Fin Fit 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!

The Leadership Experience Accelerator Program (LEAP) is an immersive 2‑year rotational experience designed for high‑potential recent college graduates eager to launch a career as an Operations Leader. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of core business functions, hands‑on experience with high‑impact projects, and dedicated mentorship to foster leadership capabilities.

As an Associate, you will be hired into a dedicated track in your region and embark on three challenging 8‑month rotations, each designed to provide you with a strategic and unique perspective of our operations.

• Business Transformation – Join the team dedicated to continuous improvement and driving strategic initiatives across the organization. You will work on projects involving new technology implementation, process re‑engineering, and change management to stay at the industry’s cutting edge. For example, you may work directly with patient‑facing teams to understand the end‑to‑end patient experience and identify opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency, and satisfaction.
• Lab Operations – Gain firsthand experience in state‑of‑the‑art laboratories. You will learn about technical processes, quality control, and the critical role labs play in delivering accurate and timely results. You will contribute to projects focused on process improvement and operational excellence.

• Accelerated career growth – Fast track to a people leadership role within our operations team upon successful completion.
• Dedicated mentorship – Paired with experienced leaders who provide guidance, support, and coaching throughout the two‑year journey.
• Leadership development – Participate in targeted training and development opportunities to build people leadership skills, including project management, communication, and team leadership.
• High‑impact projects – Make a real difference by working on projects critical to our business success.
• Cross‑functional exposure – Gain a holistic view of the organization and build a strong network of contacts across departments.

• Strong desire to develop a career as an Operations people leader
• Leadership aptitude demonstrated through extracurricular activities, internships, or work experience
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Innovative and continuous improvement mindset
• Collaborative team player with strong work ethic
• Proactive and results‑oriented
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment

• Intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.
• Strong data analysis & business skills, including project‑management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, communication & team‑building skills

Preferred Remote, Hybrid & In‑person

Up to 25% domestic travel

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Majors:
  Business (Management, Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain), Life Sciences, Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or related field of study
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Commitment to possible relocation anywhere in the U.S.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or future sponsorship

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity

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Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.