Technical Writer I

Specialty Coating Systems; Town of Clear Lake (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Coating Systems in Clear Lake, WI is seeking a Technical Writer I to write and maintain production processes and Standard Procedures. The candidate will create document change requests and utilize the company’s document control system, requiring strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

A Bachelor's Degree in Technical Communication or related field with at least 2 years of experience is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is essential. The position is based in a corporate environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a technical writing capacity.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Exceptional spelling and grammar.

Responsibilities

• Write and maintain production processes and MSPs.
• Create work instructions for SCS customer products.
• Utilize the SCS QSI document control system.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Communication or related field

Job description

Clear Lake
100 Deposition Dr
Clear Lake, Village of, WI 54005, USA

The Technical Writer I is responsible for writing, upgrading and maintaining SCS production processes, Manufacturing Standard Procedures (MSP’s), and creating Document Change Requests (DCR’s). The Technical Writer I is also required to utilize and navigate through the SCS QSI document control system.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Creates work instructions for SCS customer products.
• Creates DCR’s and completes updates to SCS customer processes and MSP’s.
• Ensures competent self-knowledge of tools and techniques for document control/technical writing.
• Ensures proper supply and distribution of processes and documents in support of in-house production requirements.
• Ensures proper supply of the materials and tools required to create the documents.

Additional Functions and Responsibilities

• Adheres to plant and corporate safety policies.
• May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by fluctuating business needs.

Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Communication or other related area with 2+ years of experience in a technical writing capacity.

Basic Skills

• Demonstrated analytical and technical ability within field of expertise.
• Possesses well-developed communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Is able to speak, read and write English. Spelling and grammar is exceptional.
• Possesses the ability to manage resources and multiple priorities and must be able to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization, as well as customers.
• Ability to plan, set priorities, and complete multiple work assignments in a timely manner.
• Self‑motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Possesses high degree of professionalism.
• Has intermediate to high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Word software.
• Exemplary time management skills.

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