Jobs · Information Technology · New Jersey

Analyst, Workforce Management (WFM) Scheduling Solutions (Hybrid Opportunity)

Quest Diagnostics · Secaucus, NJ · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$80k–$95k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Learn & Apply: Master the logic and configuration of Oracle Workforce Scheduling, applying your analytical background to understand shift assignments, availability algorithms, and complex labor rules.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Analyze scheduling metrics and large datasets to identify trends, process bottlenecks, and areas for automation or improvement.
  • Troubleshooting: Act as a technical problem-solver for complex scheduling issues. Dive into system logic, data models, and configurations to resolve discrepancies in shift generation and eligibility.
  • Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to leverage advanced optimization algorithms, system features, or custom scripts to drive operational efficiency.
  • Release Testing: Participate in end-to-end testing for Oracle Quarterly Release Updates. Apply a methodical, scientific approach to regression testing, ensuring zero-day stability.
  • System Health: Monitor background processes, data flows, and automated scheduling engines to ensure system accuracy.
  • Solution Development: Work alongside senior technologists to support data integrations (via APIs or tools like Power Automate) and build reporting queries (using SQL or similar data extraction methods) to bridge system gaps.
  • Business Partnership: Collaborative Problem Solving: Partner with a centralized group of professional schedulers to understand their operational needs, pain points, and customer traffic patterns.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly guidance, helping to define and enforce global scheduling standards.
  • Adaptability: Stay abreast of industry trends in algorithmic scheduling and workforce management technologies.

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a highly analytical equivalent) earned recently.
  • Experience: 0–2 years of professional experience. Internships, academic research, or capstone projects involving data analysis, systems modeling, or programming are highly valued.
  • Technical & Cognitive Skills: Analytical Prowess: Exceptional logical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Ability to deconstruct complex, multi-variable problems (much like a physics or math equation) and design elegant solutions.
  • Technical Aptitude: Familiarity with or eagerness to learn data querying (SQL), data visualization/modeling, and API-based integrations.
  • Systems Thinking: Ability to understand how data flows between interconnected systems (e.g., from a scheduling engine into payroll).
  • Communication: Strong ability to document technical processes clearly and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Commitment: Standard 40-hour week with occasional support required during major software release windows.

Benefits

  • Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Best-in-class well-being programs
  • Anual, 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!

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