Technical Writer (Manufacturing)

Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA; onsite role

Company

hirify.global develops packaging automation products and supports customers through innovative equipment, global expansion, and acquired capabilities.

What you will do

• Create, write, edit, and maintain technical documents, including reference manuals, product manuals, user guides, one-page lessons, catalogs, proposals, and reports.
• Create parts and operational manuals for legacy equipment using bills of materials, assembly drawings, and research.
• Revise manuals following redlines, recommended revisions, conversions, and equipment upgrades.
• Gather feedback from customers, engineers, manufacturing, and field service to improve documentation.
• Produce machine footage, equipment photographs, and machine-specific videos with graphics, design, audio, and narration.
• Maintain machine checklists, electrical data sheets, records, and files according to company standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, English, Technical Writing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks, SolidWorks Composer, or AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Suite programs.
• Excellent written, verbal, grammatical, photographic, and videographic editing skills.
• Ability to present complex data clearly, meet deadlines, work independently, and edit or proofread colleagues’ work.

Culture & Benefits

• Open, communicative environment with opportunities for individual initiative and career growth.
• Medical, dental, vision, and well-being programs, plus life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and a retirement savings plan with company match.
• Wellness programs and no waiting period for benefits; eligibility begins on the first day of employment.
• Additional short-term incentive opportunities may be available.