Technical Writer II

Company: Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
Location: Brookfield
Posted on: November 19, 2024

Job Description:

INNOVATE without boundaries!At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success - so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide support to your business unit.Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen.Your Role on Our Team:As a part of the Product Safety team, the Technical Publications department creates the operator's manuals, on-product labels, and service literature needed to obtain certifications and ensure the end-user fully understands how to use Milwaukee products safely and effectively.You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Write and layout concise, highly structured instructions of medium to high complexity, directed toward a specific audience
• Maintain electronic files for domestic and international product literature, including, but not limited to, manuals, on-product labels, service parts lists, service wiring diagrams, repair manuals, service instructions, and calibration manuals
• Research and organize technical data, working closely with Engineering, Service, Regulatory, Safety, Liability, and international and domestic Marketing Departments
• Document changes to existing literature or the release of new literature
• Maintain Technical Publications databases used by internal and external customersThe TOOLS you'll bring with you:
  • Can evaluate priorities and adjust to changing deadlines
  • Drives communication with teams and excels as an individual contributor in a global environment
  • Ability to exceed schedules and recognize/react quickly to priority changes
  • Good understanding of how you impact projects and company goals
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree or technical equivalent, and 3-5 years experience: Areas of study include Journalism, Science Writing, English, Technical Communication, Graphic Arts
  • Technical background/Strong mechanical aptitude
  • General knowledge of proper power tool use and safety
  • Software skills in Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office: Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator requiredOther TOOLS we prefer you to have:
    • Experience in CAD programs
    • Understanding of programs such as Corel Draw, ProEngineer, TeamCenter, NX (UG), and ERP systemsWorking Conditions: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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
      • Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, stretch, reach, and effectively communicate with others in the workplace
      • Sitting for prolonged periods of time
      • Prolonged exposure to computer screens
      • Repetitive use of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, machinery, hand tools, and/or power tools
      • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
      • May require to wear personal protective equipment which includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection
      • May work in laboratories and/or controlled, enclosed, restricted areas
      • Noise levels range from moderate to loud
      • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
      • May require travel dependent on company needsWe provide these great perks and benefits:
        • Robust health, dental, and vision insurance plans
        • Generous 401(k) savings plan
        • Education assistance
        • On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
        • And many more, check out our benefits site HERE
          
          

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