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Technical Writer

Zentech ManufacturingBloomington, Illinois, United StatesOnsite

Job Summary


The Technical Writer will assist Quality/Production Management with the creation and maintenance of production work instructions.  To Include:

  • Create work instructions for assembly processes of circuit boards, industrial machinery operation and maintenance, and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure).
  • Timely and accurate writing of Work Instructions for operations where they are needed; this includes taking and cropping pictures, sketches, and schematics, when applicable.
  • Edit and upkeep existing documentation with revised information as required.
  • Maintain bank of Controlled documentation on a digital database and physically on the production floor.
  • Communicate with personnel at all levels of the organization to facilitate positive change/improvement to processes used to produce Parts to Customer and in some cases regulatory requirements.
  • The Technical Writer standardizes the performance of processes through development of accurate Work Instruction that can be understood and followed by all layers of the Zentech organization.
  • Another requirement of this job is balancing or prioritizing the updating of documents and work instructions in coordination with manufacturing schedules.
  • Incorporate “Red Line” documents into final document form within 90 days from time of notification.
  • Maintain the Tech Writer’s (excel) task list to monitor for above.
  • Provide training and encouragement to those that are new to Zentech, or areas within the company.
  • Work closely with the NPI Team to understand customer documentation (assembly drawings/blueprints and Bills of Material) and to incorporate requirements and criteria into concise assembly work instructions.
  • Work with members of production on the floor to document processes in real time by taking pictures and noting further details of assembly procedures for implementation into work instructions.

Minimum Skills/Abilities Requirements


  • Associates Degree or comparable work experience
  • Technical writing background
  • Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel)
  • Knowledge of digital image capture and graphical editing  
  • Able to sit or stand for long periods
  • Detail oriented
  • Team player

Working Conditions


Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting of materials and product up to 30 pounds. Machinery operation requires the use of safety and ESD equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, ESD smocks and heel straps. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

17 To 19 (USD) Hourly


Life at Zentech Manufacturing

Zentech has an experienced workforce with a capable and talented leadership team. We have provided complete solutions for hundreds of OEM products and can support all your requirements from product conception through all phases of product fulfillment.
Thrive Here & What We Value- Collaborative Environment- Continuous Improvement Focus- Emphasis on Accuracy and Competitiveness- Foster Professional Relationships with Staff and Management- Emphasize Technical Skills to Ensure Safety and Security of the Country- U.S. Citizenship status is required as we are an ITAR facility- Zentech is one of the leading and most highly certified U.S. based EMS providers in North America.- We support original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of medical devices, aerospace and defense products, and industrial equipment with engineering & manufacturing solutions.

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