Technical Writer
TekWissen ® · Hershey, PA
Tailor my CV for this job — freeThis client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.
Job Description
The Technical Writer will be responsible for creating Pilot Plant equipment training documentation and work instructions that safely and effectively educate operators on Pilot Plant equipment.This role will collaborate with R&D, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Environmental Health & Safety to ensure training materials comply with existing policies and procedures.Main Duties:Create training materials, including process procedures, step-up cards, one-point lessons, and other documentation in collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety.Capture video and photographic documentation to support the development of a comprehensive learning program within the LMS platform and Adobe Creative Cloud.Assist with the creation and review of Job Safety Analysis documentation, as needed.Standardize content structure, instructional format, and operator competency requirements.Provide periodic follow-up evaluations of machine operators to confirm skill retention and support refresher training for higher-complexity equipment.Complete additional tasks as assigned to support Tech Center training and operational needs.Work with SMEs to simplify complex content, remove unnecessary detail, and consistently focus on what the learner needs to know.Prioritize content creation work to meet training development milestones.Observe and document SME operational procedures to verify accuracy, identify procedural gaps, and create training content development.Top Three Technical Skills:Technical writing and procedure developmentManufacturing equipment / process documentationMechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting awarenessMust Haves (i.e., years of experience?):Three consecutive years of food manufacturing experience at the same facility if possible (not broken into multiple companies and roles).Training content creation is a must.If they also have technical, mechanical or operational skills it’s a plus.Software Skills and Purpose (if applicable):Highly proficient in Microsoft programs, Excel, Word, Office, PowerPoint.Moderate experience in Snagit, Copilot and Adobe content creation.Must be able to operator an iPad.Industry Experience:Food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, R&D pilot plant or other regulated manufacturing environments.Preference for candidates with hands-on experience supporting operations, training, technical documentation, equipment procedures, sanitation, quality, or safety requirements.TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.