Technical Writer

Job Description

• Perform work in a safe manner.
• Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
• Confer with applicable resources to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication (including – digital photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts).
• Review published materials and recommended revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction.
• Verification of document accuracy at point of use. Examples include but not limited to: Maintenance activities, equipment, time duration, task frequency, BOM data, etc.
• Performs general office work, including the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and other software.
• Develops and enters Maintenance preventative plans using SAP.
• Lifting to 50lbs frequently and up to 80 lbs. occasionally may be required.

Skills Required

• Must have at least 5-6 years' experience, great with Microsoft Word/Excel/Powerpoint.
• Must be able to understand blueprints/drawings of machinery. This position will require knowledge of electrical and mechanical background but a heavier focus on the mechanical side.
• Candidate doesn't need to know how to run the machines itself (they will be working with a Maintenance employee) but they need to know how to write the documents for the machines.
• Strong organizational abilities to multi-task and execute requests in a timely manner to support business objectives.
• Acceptable performance, safety and conduct records.
• Flexibility with work schedule to meet business need.
• Be able to operate independently with general guidance from leadership.

Ideally the Manager is seeking:

• Someone who was previously an Engineer and was hands on but worked in Maintenance
• An Engineer who transitioned to be a Technical Writer
• A Technician that was transitioned into a Planner role (writing JDs, etc.)

Education/Training/Certification

• 2-year technical degree or higher is preferred but not required.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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