Project Director jobs in United States, Pennsylvania, East Bradford Township

In this role, the Quality Project Manager will support the standardization of QMS process and data management across the organization. This position will lead the development and deployment of quality maturity, QMS improvements and quality cost related measures, evaluations, performance, and initiatives. This position will coordinate activities associated with quality maturity including continuous improvement projects relating to sustaining engineering activities, development of new methods/processes for product evaluation and product development activities through a standardized approach. In addition, this position will deploy highly capable, predictive, effective, and efficient quality cost metrics for West Pharmaceuticals. This position will also be responsible for leading and executing cost improvement initiatives, follow up assessments and action oversight.

• Lead the initiative to standardize quality systems between multiple sites. Identify best practices and ensure roll out to relevant sites.
• Organize and generate detailed quality information reports to show trends and the impact of process improvements.
• Create repeatable methods to assess, measure and communicate the overall quality of a project and deliver key metrics to assess the overall improvement.
• Establish and lead cross functional quality related meetings to review and discuss performance, status and prompting necessary actions as required.
• Manage goals and metrics for Quality teams/initiatives to adequately monitor the overall effectiveness of the teams/initiatives.
• Work with project managers, engineering team, and platform management to develop plans to implement improvement projects.
• Ensures teams work closely with product development, supplier/contractors, design, quality, regulatory teams in order to establish standardized KPIs.
• Work within Quality or across West Divisions to triage Customer Operational difficulties, define root cause(s), and coordinate the implementation of corrective and preventive actions to preclude recurrence related to quality improvements and quality maturity.
• Manage or contribute to both corporate and facility driven initiatives intended to meet defined objectives.
• Support front room and or backroom responsibilities during external audits. Including post audit activities, if required.
• Responsible for assembling a project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project.
• Record detailed customer requirements, constraints, and assumptions with stakeholders in order to establish the project deliverables.
• Responsible for project budget estimation, monitoring, and attainment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure a common understanding by setting expectations in accordance with the project plan in order to align the stakeholders and team members.
• Lead the identification, assessment, monitoring, and closure of project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques in order to keep the project plan accurate, updated, and reflective of authorized changes to facilitate customer acceptance.
• Responsible to improve team performance by building team cohesiveness, leading and motivating in order to facilitate cooperation, ensure project efficiency, and boost morale.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques in order to monitor the progress of the project, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders.
• May coordinate the activities of one or more exempt and/or non-exempt employees.
• All other duties as required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering or related field

• 8+ years of relevant work experience required

• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical or medical device environment.
• 2+ years’ experience in a Quality role.
• ASQ CQE certification desirable.
• Deep knowledge of quality processes such as CAPA, complaint management, risk management, root cause analysis, statistical sampling plans, FMEA/Fault Tree Analysis, Design Optimization using DOE, Hardware Reliability, Software Reliability, and Design Controls including Design Verification/Validation.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, 21 CFR 210 & 211, cGMP, cGLP.
• Ability to manage direct report(s), work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrate innovativeness in tactical matters relating to proposing alternate solutions for process improvement.
• Experience in FDA regulated environment, pertinent to ISO 13485 is preferred.
• Experience with SAP is preferred.
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target.
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times.
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

• This position will join a team of transformation leaders to streamline processes and harmonize systems, while enhancing data governance across multiple platforms. The role collaborates closely with business units to align their objectives with West’s technology strategy, which focuses on enabling a secure and sustainable digital infrastructure. This involves eliminating the proliferation of disconnected technology deliveries and ensuring consistent, structured execution.
• As Director, Digital Business Integration for Corporate Functions (HR, Legal, HSE, Finance, and Corporate Development) , this leader will serve as a strategic partner and liaison; bridging business needs with technology solutions, while driving alignment, consensus, and adoption across global functions.

• Align business and technology strategies to enable faster, more effective deployment of digital solutions primarily for West's Corporate Functions.
• Standardize and harmonize processes and data across functions and regions, creating a single source of truth and significantly reducing operational complexity.
• Provide independent focus on optimization and efficiency , minimizing the impact of functional silos and avoiding day-to-day operational distractions.
• Enhance agility and responsiveness , enabling faster adaptation to organizational changes, market dynamics, and business needs.
• Shape and execute West’s digital strategy , ensuring alignment between enterprise transformation goals and the evolving technology landscape, while driving innovation in support of business priorities.
• Partner with leaders across HR, Legal, HSE, Finance, and Corporate Development to ensure technology investments deliver measurable value and are fully integrated into functional strategies.
• Act as a champion for process discipline, data governance, and risk management ; ensuring compliance with global standards while enabling flexibility for local needs.

• Manage a team of around five resources with expertise in digital finance, procurement, and human resources.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, information systems, or related fields, or equivalent experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project execution, process design, and/or systems implementation
• Experience with SAP (S/4HANA preferred), specifically with Financial Accounting, Controlling, and Human Capital Management modules.
• Experience in the integration of SAP FICO module with HR Systems.
• Experienced business partner with a strong track record of collaboration with C-level executives

• Strong knowledge of and experience with leading practice budgeting, forecasting, analytics, and accounting principles for the typical business processes of a Life Sciences manufacturing company (Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, Hire to Retire, etc.).
• Ability to manage change effectively, including strong interpersonal communication skills that can be adapted to various levels of the organization.
• Experience with Agile project management framework, including setting goals, creating sprint plans, tracking progress, and holding teams accountable for timely delivery.
• Experience and/or training in Generative Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, SAP BW/BI, Microsoft Power BI, and other tools in the Microsoft Fabric Platform or similar tools for process automation.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams collaboratively, encouraging resilience and maintaining a positive mindset.
• Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to logically structure issues and recommend best practice solutions.
• Mindset focused on continuous learning to maintain knowledge of industry trends, new technologies, and evolving best practices.
• Support the legal team’s IT needs, including compliance-focused solutions, secure document management, and data governance processes that strengthen risk management and audit readiness.
• Drive user adoption of digital tools and platforms by building strong partnerships with business stakeholders, promoting collaboration, and ensuring that solutions are practical, intuitive, and value driven.

• Use of written and oral communication skills
• Read and interpret data, information, and documents
• Observe and interpret situations, analyze and solve problems
• Ability to make independent and sound judgements
• Must maintain the ability to work well with others in a variety of situations
• Must be able to multi-task, work under time constraints, solve problems, and prioritize activities
• Position operates in a professional office environment. May sit or stand for extended periods of time
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers

• Direct and maintain the ERM program and strategy, ensuring alignment with Committee of Sponsoring Organizations' (COSO) ERM Framework and the latest professional standards, and publish/update ERM policies and procedures.
• Establish and lead an Enterprise Risk Governance Council and promote ERM activities and visibility within the Executive Leadership Team and across departments, operating units, and business functions.
• Provide expert risk consulting and advice to all levels of management and business units to ensure comprehensive, high-quality risk reporting and early identification of risk trends.
• Facilitate and coordinate requests for information from auditors, regulators, and collaborate with Financial, Legal, Compliance, Information Technology, Internal Audit, and Operations teams.
• Lead scheduled enterprise risk reporting and presentations for Executive Management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors.
• Review key risk and performance indicators/metrics to assist in early risk trend identification and manage risk self-assessments with business unit management.
• Build strong internal and external alliances to positively influence risk identification and resolution.
• Provide risk support for major initiatives, including M&A activities, related integrations, vendor management projects, and large system/process improvements.
• Direct enterprise risk communication to stakeholders through targeted correspondence and internal networks and oversee the development and delivery of ongoing ERM training programs.
• Assure quality control of enterprise risk-related databases and risk registers and facilitate development and maintenance of department-level risk registers and dashboards in company databases.

• Master's Degree Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field. preferred
• Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field. required

• Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise risk management, audit, project management, or related field, including 5-7+ years in ERM process development and operation required

• Strong knowledge of COSO ERM framework and other internal control standards.
• Proficiency in risk quantification methods and systems.
• Ability to maintain ERM training and certifications to leverage current experience and enhance the ERM program.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization, including the Board of Directors.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards, professional ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Positive and resourceful with an inquisitive nature, proactively seeking out information to drive successful ERM initiatives.
• Must be able to operate across different geographic time zones.
• Excellent communication and influence skills, including report writing, presentations, and group facilitation.
• Demonstrated executive presence and ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight to ensure regulatory compliance across the product lifecycle.
• Manage highly complex regulatory projects, including drug-device combination products.
• Drive pre-market and post-market regulatory initiatives for successful product commercialization and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as Research and Development, Clinical, QA, Operations, Commercial, Legal, and Finance to execute key projects.
• Manage and support regulatory personnel in accordance with West and government requirements.
• Assist with US, EU, and ROW clinical programs and regulatory approvals.
• Enhance cross-functional effectiveness and drive continuous improvement in regulatory and quality operations.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of health authority guidelines and regulations to shape future regulatory strategies.

• Bachelor's Degree In science, math, engineering, or related discipline required
• Master's Degree In science, math, engineering, or related discipline preferred
• PhD In science, math, engineering, or related discipline preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree with 10+ years; Master’s Degree/PhD 5-8 years regulatory/pharmaceutical experience required
• Experience directly interacting and presenting to project teams, customers, industry groups required

• Able to work collaboratively across all levels of the organization to influence and persuade others.
• Possesses technical leadership skills, as well as demonstrated understanding of related pharmaceutical operations (e.g., manufacturing, process development, analytical, quality assurance).
• Strong negotiation and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, timeline management and leadership skill
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidance documents and standards related to human factors, combination products, delivery system and design controls.
• Experience in medical device regulatory affairs and/or design control process, direct interactions with regulatory agencies and management of regulatory support systems.
• Regulatory compliance competency including Quality Systems
• International regulatory competency
• Advanced degree

• Pharmaceutical and Medicine\Regulatory Affairs Certifications (RAC)-RAPS Upon Hire preferred

• Ability to comprehend principles of math, science, engineering, and medical device use.
• Ability to handle technical reports, drawings, specifications, regulatory and quality documentation with a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to research, read, analyze, and interpret regulatory literature and documentation, regulations, technical standards, guidance documents, test reports, clinical/medical terminology, technical product information, and complex documents.
• Ability to review, collate, describe, and summarize scientific and technical data. Ability to organize complex information and combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions. Ability to utilize judgment and make decisions considering the relative risks and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Ability to assess, plan, schedule and manage multiple long-term and short-term projects, tasks, responsibilities and/or priorities in a concurrent fashion with several parallel deliverables and execute deliverables to time-line commitments.
• Ability to be an effective team member and work well with others in a team environment on cross-functional and/or matrix teams. Ability to be flexible with changing priorities and comply with constantly changing regulatory procedures. Ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and computer programs, particularly, Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat (or equivalents if changed by the Company).

In this role, the Director of Elastomers & Primary Containment (EPC) Capital Management will spearhead the capital process for function. This will include prioritization for EPC projects, developing and updating strategic plans, budgets, and supporting the forecasting process. You will play a crucial role in formulating capital plans focused on substantial growth initiatives and asset replacements. Enhancing and refining systems for improved accuracy in capital reporting will be a core responsibility. You will liaise with senior management to deliver comprehensive updates on budgets, and year-to-date capital expenditures, while ensuring that Project Expenditure Requests (PERs) comply with both Finance and Global standards.

Capital Prioritization and Management:

• Ensure Budget and Strategic Plan capital alignments are completed for EPC.
• Develop and support capital plans focused on large-scale programs and projects.
• Lead the development of asset management plans to include site facility plans and asset replacement plans.
• Manage the execution of capital plans by leading site review meetings and operation management meetings
• Review project plans to ensure alignment with Global Engineering and Finance guidelines. Project plans also must be aligned with capital budgets and forecasts.

Project and Capital Database Management:

• Maintain an EPC project database ensuring all prioritizations are met and managed efficiently.
• Regularly update and monitor the execution of capital forecasting to meet annual spending requirements.

PER Review and Forecasting:

• Establish and lead PER reviews for EPC, ensuring KPIs such as ROIC, timeline, and payback periods are embedded and reviewed before management oversight.
• Develop comprehensive site forecasts for future project needs in collaboration with site and global engineering teams.
• Collaborate with Finance to manage CAPEX for EPC.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree with preference in Engineering

• Minimum 10 years of experience; preference for
• Good understanding of general manufacturing and related project management
• Strong expertise of tools like Excel and MS Project.

• 8-10 years’ experience in managing all aspects of complex technical projects to include analytics and scheduling
• Strong capability to manage through influence and across functions
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking, global mindset; anticipates risks, can successfully navigate ambiguity
• High sense for the business; strong business acumen
• Strong coordination and Project Management skills
• Engages others, builds relationships, and creates networks outside team. Checks in with different people to understand the bigger picture.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and corrective action solutions. Follows through on actions.
• Is curious, agile, engages in new experiences and looks for different perspectives
• Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
• Support and contribute to Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
• Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
• Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.

• Proven ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization and to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Make independent and sound judgments.
• Multitask, work under time constraints, problem solve, and prioritize.
• Excellent communicator with ability to maintain confidentiality and resolve conflicts and ambiguity.
• Use written and verbal communication skills effectively.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents to analyze and solve problems.
• Learn and apply new information and new skills.
• Proven ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization and to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Make independent and sound judgments.
• Multitask, work under time constraints, problem solve and prioritize.
• Excellent communicator with ability to maintain confidentiality and resolve conflicts and ambiguity.
• Use written and verbal communication skills effectively.
• Read and interpret data, information and documents to analyze and solve problems.
• Learn and apply new information and new skills.

• In this role, you will serve as a trusted senior HR advisor and partner to the assigned management teams (Global Supply Chain, Global Engineering and West’s Integrated Systems Operating Unit(s)).
• You will be responsible for a wide range of HR activities, including Employee Lifecycle Management, Employee Relations, Training, Culture and Engagement, Performance Management, Compensation, and Benefits, while collaborating with teams such as Compensation, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition as needed.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills to drive organizational alignment, set priorities, and deliver results. You will also ensure that people strategies (attraction, retention, development, and skills alignment) are aligned with business needs and support effective execution.

• Develop and execute HR solutions for assigned client groups, aligned with West’s mission, vision, and enterprise objectives. Gain a strong understanding of business challenges and human capital needs to actively contribute to strategy development.
• Provide leadership, direction, and expertise on complex matters including performance management, succession planning, employee relations, terminations, culture, recruitment & selection, onboarding, organization design, learning, compensation, employee engagement, and workforce planning:
• Provide guidance and input on restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Proactively coach, advise, and counsel on performance management issues.
• Monitor employee engagement and help design programs and events that build motivation, retention, and overall talent management.
• Address and resolve complex employee relations concerns, including conducting thorough and objective investigations.
• Serve on committees developing employee programs, processes, and procedures, and support their implementation.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract and retain talent, including approval of offers.
• Leverage HR analytics and technologies to improve efficiency, provide meaningful data for decision-making, and support West’s growth in a dynamic industry.
• Support implementation of compensation programs and annual planning in collaboration with Total Rewards. Advise leaders on compensation-related matters, ensuring alignment with company policies and market competitiveness.
• Collaborate with peers across the US and globally to harmonize HR best practices.
• Participate in and contribute to strategic forums, providing HR data, analytics, and guidance (e.g., annual strategic planning, workforce planning, budgeting processes).
• Maintain awareness of external and internal HR trends and provide strategic solutions that add value to the business.
• Continually assess HR-related business needs and provide proactive, solution-oriented consultation to client groups for both immediate and long-term requirements.
• Serve as a change champion, ensuring effective communication and feedback loops to support smooth transitions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or equivalent experience required
• Master's Degree MBA preferred

• Minimum 10 years of relevant HR experience in senior leadership role (strategic and operational) required
• Experience within a global organization preferred

• Strong business acumen and ability to assess HR implications of business priorities
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills to motivate and challenge individuals and teams
• Ability to build, lead, and integrate effective people management programs within a business
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills
• High level of professional and ethical standards
• Experience working in international, cross-functional environments
• Expertise in organization development, HR, training, performance management, and talent planning

• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to make quick, sound decisions
• Excellent organizational skills to plan, prioritize, and achieve goals
• Ability to multi-task, work under time constraints, and problem-solve effectively
• Operates in a professional and sedentary office environment, with routine use of computers and phones
• Must be able to work collaboratively and maintain strong working relationships across the organization

• Human Resources\PHR or SHRM-CP SHRM and or PHR Upon Hire preferred

The Project Specialist, Metrology is responsible for managing the West Services and Solutions (WSS) CAPEX program from planning and initiation through asset registration and implementation. You will be responsible for identifying and aligning stakeholders from cross-functional teams, creating, maintaining, and reporting project schedules, forecasting, updating, and reporting on financials associated with each project, and coordinating the WSS CAPEX items within the overall Global Quality Laboratory CAPEX budget. Responsible for driving projects to completion based on timelines, budget, and resources.

• Create and maintain the yearly WSS CAPEX program schedule for all items approved for the CAPEX budget
• Hold regular project meetings with cross-functional stakeholdersCreate and maintain detailed project schedules (Gantt or similar)
• Facilitate alignment of timelines, responsibilities, and deliverables in accordance with procedures
• Follow escalation procedure for delayed/impacted projects and Track project milestones
• Report project status highlighting risks and opportunities for improvement
• Track and report financials associated with each CAPEX project
• Coordinate with WSS Lab Purchasing, WSS Metrology, Global Technical Projects, Global Finance, and Quality Laboratory to establish and provide accurate
  • forecasting and closure of projects
  • Track and report budget adherence
  • Manage resource allocation and communication for the program
• Ensure appropriate resources have been committed to each project working with management when there are conflicts
• Maintain a clear and unambiguous communication plan with all stakeholders and management for expectations, commitments, timelines, deliverables, responsibilities, and status
• Proactively identify and facilitate resolution of all project-related issues
• Management/initiation of associated administrative details: initiating change controls assigning tasks, resources, and timelines, requesting the initiation of required documents, general administrative tasks to keep the projects on track
• Implement change management processes, when needed, to align with shifting requirements and priorities
• Support the WSS Metrology team with routine tasks, as needed

• Bachelor's Degree in a related area or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in metrology/analytical instrumentation in a cGMP environment, preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, preferred

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of a cGMP environment
• Experience with Quality Management Systems
• Dependable, highly organized, detail oriented, able to think creatively under pressure and work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with SAP
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project
• Able to comply with the company’s safety and quality policies at all times

• Able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Position operates in a professional office environment. May stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, read & write, speak in front of groups, express & exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures
• Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization & achievement of goals especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities

• Project Management Certificate, such as CAPM, preferred