Technical Writer

Location: Kohler

** Technical Writer*
* _Work Mode:
Onsite_

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* Location:

 
** Onsite - Kohler, WI

** Opportunity*
* Responsible for the project management, scope consultation, and execution of technical communication requirements for kitchen and bath products - media of deliverables to include publications, labels and packaging, and animations.

** SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES*
* + Exhibits strong project leadership in the planning, scheduling, organizing, and team implementation of Tech Comm deliverables; communicates and negotiates to appropriately apportion time and other resources.

+ Serves as the primary Tech Comm representative to product development teams for technical content and literature requirements for assigned projects.

+ Understands regional and business requirements and determines project scope of Technical Communication deliverables; owns the deliverable timing and execution.

+ Has initial development and quality responsibility for technical product literature as assigned - covering product information, installation, use, and/or servicing.

+ Represents department in matters of technical content and usability of publications. Recommends and supports maintenance of technical communication requirements, standards, and processes for all publication products.

+ Contributes to the advancement of Technical Communication discipline/processes and strategic project execution.

+ Solicits from and contributes to profession through external activities.

+ Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

** Skills/Requirements*
* + Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communications, or other technical discipline along with strong technical writing background

+ At least 4+ years of technical writing experience for product and/or software

+ Computer aptitude and demonstrated writing proficiency. Typing skills are essential for productivity.

+ Demonstrated visualization skills - the ability to translate between two- and three-dimensional data views

+ Experience authoring within a tagged language

+ Authoring experience in XML/DITA

+ Experience authoring for reuse in a CMS environment

+ Mechanical aptitude, diagnostic skills, and ability to read drawings

+ Working proficiency with database use and excel spreadsheets

+ Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects

+ Proven cross-functional, interpersonal communication skills

+ Proficiency in managing complex projects and ability to adapt to changing priorities

PREFERRED

+ At least 2 years of experience in plumbing product installation, design, or documentation preferred, but will substitute similar experience in a related technical/manufacturing field

+ Familiar with CAD or Pro/E, Creo, Adobe Illustrator, or Arbortext Iso Draw

+ Experience authoring with Adobe InDesign.

+ Working knowledge of SAP

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** _Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._*
* _We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.  The salary range for this position is $63,900 - $95,900. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location._

** Why Choose Kohler?*
* We empower each associate to #Become More At Kohler  with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we're driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

** About Us*
* It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact  .  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.