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Title:  Analytical Lab, Project Analyst

Requisition ID:  73922
Date:  Apr 13, 2026
Location: 

Exton, PA, US

Department:  Project Management
Description: 

 

This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week. 

No relocation is provided for this opportunity.

 

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?  

 

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.  

 

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.  

Job Summary

The Analytical Lab, Project Analyst will manage multiple projects simultaneously within Quality Assurance. Formulate, plan, and execute completion of projects in conjunction with technical leads to targeted timelines in a manner compliant to applicable governance policies and procedures. Responsible for reporting status and critical issues to management. Provides analysis for project plans and schedules to identify critical path(s), optimize plans, facilitate discussions between team members. Prepares department-wide KPIs and other metrics and reports metrics to management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Works with internal and external team resources to drive completion of project milestones, as determined by the team, based on timelines and project goals through all stages of the project.
  • Develops technical knowledge, requires working knowledge and experience in project management.
  • Manages single workstreams locally/globally and may work across multiple workstreams.
  • Maintain clear communication paths with stakeholders.
  • Leads projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity to achieve milestones and objectives.
  • Solves complex problems by taking a new perspective using existing solutions.
  • Drives transparency of project workloads, financial, commitments, and expectations.
  • Maintains the project related data within the West Project Management System.
  • Monitors resource needs and issues, work closely with resource managers to develop action plans to ensure project commitments remain on track.
  • Manages project dependencies, escalating to the functional PMO as needed.
  • Analyzes, Forecasts and Reports the project budget.
  • Ensures projects are planned properly, including financials, resourcing, scheduling, and the business case, in support of quality deliverables.
  • Defines, drives and manages change management and communications activities that support assigned projects.
  • Champions the functional process and methodologies as applicable to projects/project teams.
  • Executes on departmental strategy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
  • Compiles KPIs and metrics from across all Quality Projects and reports on the data.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering or other related field, preferred.

Work Experience

  • 3+ years GMP industry experience required.
  • Knowledge and experience within their pharmaceutical/devices and general knowledge of related areas of project management preferred.
  • Knowledge of GMP requirements and demonstrated experience managing projects in the medical device and pharma manufacturing industries; knowledge of applicable federal and international regulations preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description.
  • Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times. #LI-AP1 #LI-HYBRID

Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year

Physical Requirements

Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

What We Offer

Community Involvement: West encourages volunteerism through its West without Borders initiative and other charitable programs that make a difference in local communities.
Continuous Learning & Development: Opportunities for professional growth through training programs, tuition assistance, leadership development, and skill-certification initiatives.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Flexible vacation, personal, and holiday leave ensures employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance and recharge effectively.
Global Career Opportunities: With facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, employees have opportunities for international exposure and cross-functional collaboration.
Inclusive & Collaborative Culture: A global workforce that values diversity, equity, and inclusion—where all voices are heard and respected in a supportive environment.
Recognition & Rewards: Performance-based bonuses, service recognition, and employee appreciation initiatives celebrate dedication and impact.
This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week

 

 

 

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.  


Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia

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