Technical Writer - Torrance

PolyPeptide US • Torrance, CA

5d • $36 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

At PolyPeptide, we partner with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to support the development and manufacturing of peptide-based therapies. We are looking for a Technical Writer – Manufacturing Documentation to create and maintain the controlled documents that guide our GMP manufacturing operations.
This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys combining technical understanding with strong writing skills. You will work closely with Manufacturing and Quality teams to translate complex processes into clear, accurate, and practical instructions that support consistent execution, compliance, and operational excellence.
The Technical Writer – Manufacturing Documentation is responsible for developing, revising, and maintaining SOPs, Master Batch Records, work instructions, cleaning procedures, controlled forms, and other manufacturing documentation.
You will partner directly with subject matter experts, observe manufacturing processes, and ensure written procedures accurately reflect how work is performed. You will also support document change control, version management, approvals, training materials, and the implementation of process updates.
This role combines technical writing, GMP compliance, process understanding, and cross-functional collaboration and has a direct impact on manufacturing quality and consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in GMP manufacturing, technical writing, operations, or another regulated environment.
• Basic understanding of GMP documentation practices, version control, change management, and controlled templates.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing processes, batch records, and SOPs.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and technical subject matter experts.
• Adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable learning new processes.
• Strong compliance-focused mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating or revising controlled manufacturing documentation preferred.
• Experience with electronic Document Management Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and revise SOPs, Master Batch Records, work instructions, cleaning procedures, and controlled forms.
• Translate technical and manufacturing information into clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation.
• Partner with manufacturing subject matter experts to understand and verify production processes.
• Observe manufacturing activities to ensure written procedures accurately reflect current practices.
• Ensure documentation meets GMP requirements, internal standards, and client expectations.
• Process document changes through the electronic document management system.
• Maintain version control, approval routing, document release, and archival activities.
• Incorporate updates related to deviations, CAPAs, process changes, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Packaging, Validation, and other cross-functional teams.
• Support the development of training materials and communication of document changes.
• Review documents for consistency, clarity, formatting, and data integrity.
• Help identify opportunities to improve documentation quality and usability.

Benefits

• This role offers the opportunity to work directly with Manufacturing and Quality teams while helping shape the documents employees rely on every day.
• Your work will help ensure instructions are clear, processes are performed consistently, and production documentation remains compliant and easy to use.
• If you enjoy technical writing, process improvement, GMP compliance, and turning complex information into clear instructions, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.
• Join PolyPeptide and help create the clear, accurate, and compliant manufacturing documentation that supports safe, consistent, and high-quality production.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level