Staffing - Technical Writer II

TALENT Software Services; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning’s Glendale, Arizona plant is seeking a Technical Writer II to improve existing and develop new documentation for manufacturing and engineering teams. The role focuses on creating work instructions, SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and job aids to support production.

You will collaborate with subject matter experts and engineers, research technical information, edit for clarity and consistency, and manage documentation projects to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communication, technical writing, engineering, or science fields (preferred).
• Associate's degree or HS Diploma with significant technical writing experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Documentation Creation: Develop and improve work instructions, standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and job aids.
• Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts, engineers, and operations gather information and ensure accuracy in documentation.
• Research: Investigate and analyze technical information from various sources to create comprehensive documentation that meets user needs.
• Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit documentation for clarity, consistency, and adherence to company style guidelines.
• Basic Project Management: Manage documentation projects, including planning, scheduling, and tracking progress to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Technical writing

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Clear written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, communication, technical writing, engineering, or science

Associate's degree or HS Diploma/GED with significant technical writing experience

Tools

MS Office

PTC Windchill

Job description

Technical Writer II

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Benefits: It is recommended that employers include a general description of any health or compulsory benefits for compliance with Pay Transparency laws.

Location: 100% Onsite – Glendale, AZ

Schedule: Full-time, M-F, 8am - 5pm.

Interview Process: Two Rounds - First round video screen, second round onsite panel interview.

Corning’s plant in Glendale, Arizona is seeking a technical writer to improve existing and develop new technical documentation. The documentation being developed is for use by manufacturing and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Documentation Creation: Develop and improve work instructions, standard operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and job aids.
• Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts, engineers, and operations gather information and ensure accuracy in documentation.
• Research: Investigate and analyze technical information from various sources to create comprehensive documentation that meets user needs.
• Editing and Proofreading: Review and edit documentation for clarity, consistency, and adherence to company style guidelines.
• Basic Project Management: Manage documentation projects, including planning, scheduling, and tracking progress to meet deadlines and quality standards.

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communication, technical writing, engineering, or science fields (preferred). Associate's degree or HS Diploma/GED with significant technical writing experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of technical writing experience, manufacturing environment experience preferred
• Experience with ISO 9001 and AS9100 a must

Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams). PTC Windchill system experience is a plus.

• Ability to understand technical processes being documented. Optics knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all documentation produced.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, adapting to changing project requirements and deadlines.