This is a remote position.
Job Highlights:
Contract: Independent Contractor
Monday-Friday 8:00a.m-5:00p.m central time. 30 minutes unpaid break.
Summary of Position:
The Technical Writer is responsible for preparing all technical user, service and installation manuals to support
our products.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Diploma in Communications or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3 to 5 years’ experience as a Technical Writer.
Experience in the electro-mechanical automation field is preferred.
Experience working for a company that manufacturers their own products is preferred.
Experience in an ISO or FDA cGMP Quality Management System would be an asset.
Knowledge of computer-based user documentation delivery methods.
Extract information and grasp complex technical concepts through research, interviews, hands on product
testing, training, and other methods, to prepare accurate, complete documentation.
Ability to collect, organize and clarify technical information in a clear and logical manner.
Ability to review and edit technical documentation written by other team members to ensure clarity and
consistency.
Essential Functions:
• Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity,
conciseness, style, and terminology.
• Maintain records and files of work and revisions.
• Working with our technical staff, you are responsible for preparation of user, service and installation
manuals for company products.
• Research and develop an understanding of the end-user, service department and installation department’s
requirements for the documents being generated.
• Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers.
• Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material
• Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Sedentary physical activity requiring reaching, sifting, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling,
repetitive motions, talking and hearing.
• Visual requirement is for close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.
• 75% or more time is spent looking directly at a computer.
• Associate is frequently required to stand, walk (or otherwise be mobile).
• Ability to deal with stressful situations as they arise.
Independent Contractor Perks:
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
- Steady freelance job
Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.
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