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Manufacturing Technical Writer III Job at Werfen in Bedford

Werfen, Bedford, MA, United States, 01730

Overview:

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Technical Writer III performs document-related functions, including but not limited to the processing of Engineering Change Orders, as well as maintaining documentation in accordance with ISO 13485 and Werfen policies and procedures. Under limited supervision, responsible for writing and illustrating both electronic and hardcopy documentation for product manufacturing, troubleshooting and service manuals, according to industry standard utilizing state of the art desktop publishing tools. Under limited supervision work with development, transfer and manufacturing engineers to generate instrument manufacturing documentation, work instruction, bills of materials and routings.

Responsibilities:

Key Accountabilities

Create precise and clear technical documentation for building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex products and equipment.
Generate and maintain bills of materials and routings under engineering direction.
Generate and maintain detailed technical specifications utilizing state of the art desktop publishing tools, 3D CAD, and digital photos, under engineering direction.
Perform simple calculations using Excel spreadsheets.
Work with Development and Manufacturing engineers, production managers and operators to obtain the required technical information such as product and module.
Assembly, test and diagnosis techniques.
Develop and prepare reports and spreadsheets to track material procurements and transfers under engineering supervision.
Generate engineering Change Orders with Engineering guidance and administrate the approval cycle.
Assist with periodic review of manufacturing documentations.

Budget managed (if applicable)

N/A

Internal Networking/Key relationships

Manufacturing Engineering
Production Mangers and Operators
R&D Engineering
Service
Documenaiton Control
Quality and Compliance Engineering

Skills & Capabilities:

Must demonstrate proficiency with a personal computer and MS Office software packages.
Familiarity with Desktop Publishing Tools and formats such as PDF and HTML
Excellent communication skills and English proficiency
Knowledge of Quality standards (e.g. ISO 13485)
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Self- motivated and adaptable to change
Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Project and schedule coordination under engineering and project management supervision

Qualifications:

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position:

Bachelor's degree in Science or Liberal Arts required. Equivalent experience will be accepted.
4+ years of experience as a technical writer or related experience required