Technical Writer Manufacturing SOP

Title: Technical Writer (SOPs & Training Materials)

Must have food or beverage manufacturing experience

Location: Must be local to Swedesboro, NJ - 100% onsite

Hire Type: 12 month contract

Pay Rate: $30-$41/hour

Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer to develop and maintain high-quality documentation and training materials for our Swedesboro manufacturing facility. In this role, youâ ll collaborate with cross-functional teams including Bakery Production, FSQA, Sanitation, and others to create clear, compliant, and effective resources that support manufacturing efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Create and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation including SOPs, Work Instructions, and method books.

Interview Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and translate technical knowledge into user-friendly documents and job aids using standardized templates.

Schedule and facilitate cross-functional meetings to gather input, draft documentation, post updates on SharePoint, and coordinate review cycles.

Identify opportunities to improve existing procedures and drive enhancements.

Influence and negotiate solutions across departments without direct authority.

Ensure all documentation meets regulatory and corporate compliance standards, including cGMPs, SOPs, and internal policies.

Use software tools such as Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and others to create and format technical materials.

Utilize electronic document management systems (EDMS) to manage document workflows and approvals.

Maintain and manage a schedule for periodic SOP reviews, ensuring timely updates, approvals, or retirements.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelorâ s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.

OR: Associateâ s degree and 4+ years of experience in Manufacturing or Operations.

OR: High school diploma/GED and 7+ years of Manufacturing or Operations experience.

Minimum 5 years of technical writing experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on SOPs and method book documentation.

Food manufacturing experience required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Familiarity with document control systems and EDMS workflows.

Experience with Alchemy is a plus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #infood