What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Writer I position at Specialty Coating Systems?
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
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.
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
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.