Location: Peterfield | Factory-Based Role
Salary: £18.00 - £19.23 per hour (depending on experience)
Shifts: Day or Late Shift | Full-Time
Days - 7am-3pm or Lates - 3pm-11pm
Monday to Friday
We are currently recruiting for 2 x Technical Writers - Compounding to join our team in Petersfield. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with strong writing, analytical, or scientific backgrounds to play a key role in supporting safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operations.
About the Role
As a Technical Writer , you will be responsible for creating clear, accurate, and compliant documentation that supports manufacturing, quality, and safety standards.
Working closely with Compounding, Quality (QA), and Technical Support teams, you will translate complex processes and investigations into structured, easy-to-follow documentation. This role is critical to ensuring operations remain inspection-ready and GMP/GDP compliant.
This is a factory-based role, with time spent both on the production floor and in a dedicated computing/documentation area. It involves close interaction with operational teams and a strong focus on Quality Assurance.
Key Responsibilities
Investigation & Documentation
Write and structure deviation investigations, root cause analyses, and CAPA reports
Ensure documentation is clear, factual, and compliant with quality standards
Support timely closure of investigations by simplifying technical content
Review documentation for accuracy, clarity, and audit readiness
SOP & Work Instruction Development
Write, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WKIs)
Convert complex operational processes into clear, user-friendly guidance for shop floor teams
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure accuracy and relevance
Support document updates in line with process changes, audits, and system improvements
Compliance & Governance
Ensure all documents meet GMP and GDP standards, including version control and traceability
Identify gaps or risks in documentation and drive improvements
Maintain documentation aligned with site Quality and document control systems
Collaboration & Training Support
Act as a key link between Compounding, QA, and Technical teams
Support training by ensuring documentation is clear and fit for purpose
Provide guidance to teams on best practice for technical writing and compliance
Skills & Experience
Essential
Experience as a Technical Writer, or strong background in report writing (e.g. science-based degree)
Ability to produce SOPs, work instructions, or technical reports
Strong understanding of, or exposure to, GMP/GDP principles
Excellent attention to detail and structured approach
Ability to simplify complex technical information
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Desirable
Experience within pharmaceutical, cosmetics, or regulated manufacturing
Familiarity with deviations, CAPA, and investigation processes
Experience supporting audits or inspections
Knowledge of document control systems
What We're Looking For
Methodical, organised, and quality-driven mindset
Confident working across all levels-from shop floor to senior stakeholders
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
Comfortable challenging processes to improve clarity and compliance
Additional Information
No prior manufacturing experience required - strong writing and analytical skills are key
Role includes an activity-based assessment (root cause analysis and SOP writing) as part of the recruitment process
Hands-on exposure to a highly regulated, quality-focused environment👉 Apply now to join a critical function that directly supports operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.
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Salary description
£18.00 - £19.23 per hour