Associate Technical Writer

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The Associate Technical Writer supports the development, revision, and maintenance of technical documentation used in manufacturing processes, equipment operations, and quality systems. Working closely with Technical Writers, engineering, operations, quality, and Operational Excellence teams, this role assists in capturing technical information and translating it into clear, structured documentation. The Associate Technical Writer supports operational consistency, workforce training, and knowledge transfer while developing proficiency in documentation standards, manufacturing processes, document control systems, and quality requirements.

• Assist with writing, editing, formatting, and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Maintenance Process Instructions (MPIs), Standard Work Instructions (SWIs), troubleshooting guides, process alerts, training materials, and other controlled documentation
• Support the maintenance and updating of controlled documentation within the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS)
• Apply established templates, documentation standards, and style guides to ensure consistency, clarity, and accuracy across technical materials
• Assist with incorporating images into documentation, including formatting, cropping, sizing, and basic image enhancements to improve visual clarity and usability
• Review documents for formatting consistency, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and overall document quality prior to submission for approval

• Participate in documentation improvement initiatives and continuous improvement activities
• Identify opportunities to improve the clarity, usability, and effectiveness of technical documentation and communicate recommendations to senior team members
• Support documentation updates resulting from process, equipment, quality, or operational changes
• Learn and apply structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies as assigned

• Assist in developing documentation that supports workforce training, operational consistency, and knowledge transfer
• Gather information from subject matter experts and operational teams through observation, note-taking, interviews, and process reviews
• Demonstrate exceptional listening and observation skills when collecting and validating technical information
• Maintain organized records of documentation updates, revisions, and project status
• Demonstrate attention to detail and a willingness to learn manufacturing processes, quality systems, and documentation best practices

• Collaborate with…