Associate Technical Writer

Winpak Ltd.; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Winpak Lane in Rialto, California, seeks an Associate Technical Writer to transform complex machine and process information into clear manuals, work instructions, service guides, and digital training content for employees and customers. This role collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Service, and Quality to ensure accurate, user-friendly documentation.

Responsibilities include creating and updating manuals as designs evolve, ensuring European conformity formatting, developing SOPs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical communication, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ year of technical writing experience.
• Ability to translate technical information for audiences with different levels of expertise.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical and regulatory documentation.
• Experience with document revision and change-control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Adobe applications.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in office and manufacturing environments, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Create and update machine operation and maintenance manuals as equipment designs evolve.
• Develop technical documentation that meets applicable European conformity formatting and content requirements.
• Create standard operating procedures, test procedures, service bulletins, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
• Develop assembly work instructions and audio/video learning content for Operations and Quality systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical data, regulatory information, and input from technical subject-matexperts.
• Manage document revisions, change-control activities, and language-translation coordination.
• Participate in design reviews and concurrent product-development activities with internal and external customers.
• Evaluate new documentation formats, including embedded-machine, web-based, and video content, to improve the customer experience.

Skills

Technical writing

Documentation translation

Drawing interpretation

Change-control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Adobe tools

Job description

Winpak Lane is seeking an Associate Technical Writer to join our Engineering team in Rialto, California. You will turn complex machine and process information into clear manuals, work instructions, service guides, and digital training content for employees and customers. This role is ideal for an organized communicator who enjoys working across Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Service, and Quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update machine operation and maintenance manuals as equipment designs evolve.
• Develop technical documentation that meets applicable European conformity formatting and content requirements.
• Create standard operating procedures, test procedures, service bulletins, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
• Develop assembly work instructions and audio/video learning content for Operations and Quality systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical data, regulatory information, and input from technical subject-matter experts.
• Manage document revisions, change-control activities, and language-translation coordination.
• Participate in design reviews and concurrent product-development activities with internal and external customers.
• Evaluate new documentation formats, including embedded-machine, web-based, and video content, to improve the customer experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical communication, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ year of technical writing experience.
• Ability to translate technical information for audiences with different levels of expertise.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical and regulatory documentation.
• Experience with document revision and change-control processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, plus Adobe applications.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in office and manufacturing environments, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience documenting automated or custom-manufactured machinery.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Autodesk, product data management, Adobe Photoshop, or audio/video production tools.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and machinery-related safety or regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with failure mode and effects analysis, Lean manufacturing, standard work, 5S, statistical process control, or Six Sigma.
• Full-time, non-exempt position based 100% onsite in Rialto, California.
• Schedule and shift will be confirmed during the recruitment process; overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Travel is generally not required.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with noise, moving equipment, flying debris, temperature changes, and required personal protective equipment.

Compensation

Compensation range: $24-$26. Pay will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, demonstrated skill level, and other job-related factors.

Why Winpak?

Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:

• Disability coverage
• Voluntary life insurance
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Tuition assistance program
• Retirement savings plans
• A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.

At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values.We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer,we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us knowand we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

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