Technical Author

Pharma Packaging Systems Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical equipment company in Pershore is seeking a dedicated Technical Author to produce high-level documentation for their innovative products. The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in technical authoring, a proficient understanding of Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills. This office-based position involves working directly with machinery to ensure the accuracy of manuals and qualification packages. The company values innovation, integrity, and teamwork, and offers a supportive work environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Free Parking

Free drinks (coffee & tea) on-site

28 days holiday

Quarterly Incentives

Health Care Scheme

Pensions

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a technical authoring role with a technical or automation background.
• Organized and attentive to detail.
• Desire to pursue a career in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Produce full documentation packages including Manuals and qualification documents.
• Work with machinery to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Contribute to streamlining documentation processes.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent written English

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location: Pershore, Worcestershire (Office-Based)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)

Pharma Packaging Systems (PPS) PPS

Specializes in the design, development, and delivery of high-quality equipment for the pharmaceutical industry. We are a team of professionals who are innovative, dedicated, and driven by a shared vision to provide excellence to our global clients.

Why Join Us?

Work for a company recognized for excellence with the Investors in People accreditation, FSB UK Business & Product Innovation Award and Award winner of The Queens Award for Enterprise. We offer a stable and supportive work environment. You will work alongside an experienced documents team where your methodical thinking is highly valued, and your contribution to streamlining processes directly impacts our success.

Working Days & Hours

• Monday‑Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am - 2:30pm

The Role

We are seeking a methodical Technical Author to independently produce high-level documentation. You will work hands‑on with our machinery to translate complex engineering into clear, accurate manuals and qualification packages.

• Producing full documentation packages (Manuals, IQ/OQ, SDS, HDS, DQ, and FDS).
• Working directly with physical machinery to ensure documentation accuracy.
• Contributing to the department to help streamline documentation processes.
• Ensuring all documentation meets required industry standards.

Experience

Minimum 3 years in a technical authoring role with a technical or automation background.

• Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; excellent written English and communication skills.
• Attributes: Organized, attentive to detail, and a desire to pursue a career in engineering.

Our Values

Taking care of the company and customers as though they were your own.

• Innovation: Pursuing new ideas and listening to creative suggestions.
• Empowerment: Encouraging initiative and adopting a well‑managed environment.
• Teamwork: Working together with respect to achieve results without conflict.
• Commitment: Committing to excellence to delight our customers.
• Integrity: Acting with honesty and honour, owning mistakes and providing solutions.

Benefits

• Free Parking
• Kitchen area: free drinks – coffee & tea station on-site.
• 28 days holiday
• Quarterly Incentives: e.g. extended and paid lunches for staff.
• Health Care Scheme
• Pensions

If you feel you match the above position, please apply by clicking below. We look forward to reviewing your application.