Technical Writer - (req71125)
Sterling Kohler, Madison, WI, United States
Technical Writer
Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Onsite – Kohler, WI
Opportunity: Responsible for the project management, scope consultation, and execution of technical communication requirements for kitchen and bath products – media of deliverables to include publications, labels and packaging, and animations.
Specific Responsibilities
Exhibits strong project leadership in planning, scheduling, organizing, and team implementation of TechComm deliverables; communicates and negotiates to appropriately apportion time and other resources.
Serves as the primary TechComm representative to product development teams for technical content and literature requirements for assigned projects.
Understands regional and business requirements and determines project scope of Technical Communication deliverables; owns the deliverable timing and execution.
Has initial development and quality responsibility for technical product literature as assigned – covering product information, installation, use, and/or servicing.
Represents department in matters of technical content and usability of publications. Recommends and supports maintenance of technical communication requirements, standards, and processes for all publication products.
Contributes to the advancement of Technical Communication discipline/processes and strategic project execution.
Solicits from and contributes to profession through external activities.
Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.
Skills and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communications, or other technical discipline along with strong technical writing background
At least 4+ years of technical writing experience for product and/or software
Computer aptitude and demonstrated writing proficiency. Typing skills are essential for productivity.
Demonstrated visualization skills – the ability to translate between two- and three-dimensional data views
Experience authoring within a tagged language
Authoring experience in XML/DITA
Experience authoring for reuse in a CMS environment
Mechanical aptitude, diagnostic skills, and ability to read drawings
Working proficiency with database use and excel spreadsheets
Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects
Proven cross‑functional, interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in managing complex projects and ability to adapt to changing priorities
Preferred
At least 2 years of experience in plumbing product installation, design, or documentation preferred, but will substitute similar experience in a related technical/manufacturing field
Familiar with CAD or Pro/E, Creo, Adobe Illustrator, or Arbortext IsoDraw
Experience authoring with Adobe InDesign
Working knowledge of SAP
Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation Salary range for this position is $63,900 – $95,900. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
Benefits Benefits are available from day 1 of employment, with no waiting period.
EEO Statement It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Work Mode: Onsite
Location: Onsite – Kohler, WI
Opportunity: Responsible for the project management, scope consultation, and execution of technical communication requirements for kitchen and bath products – media of deliverables to include publications, labels and packaging, and animations.
Specific Responsibilities
Exhibits strong project leadership in planning, scheduling, organizing, and team implementation of TechComm deliverables; communicates and negotiates to appropriately apportion time and other resources.
Serves as the primary TechComm representative to product development teams for technical content and literature requirements for assigned projects.
Understands regional and business requirements and determines project scope of Technical Communication deliverables; owns the deliverable timing and execution.
Has initial development and quality responsibility for technical product literature as assigned – covering product information, installation, use, and/or servicing.
Represents department in matters of technical content and usability of publications. Recommends and supports maintenance of technical communication requirements, standards, and processes for all publication products.
Contributes to the advancement of Technical Communication discipline/processes and strategic project execution.
Solicits from and contributes to profession through external activities.
Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.
Skills and Requirements
Bachelor's degree in English, Technical Communications, or other technical discipline along with strong technical writing background
At least 4+ years of technical writing experience for product and/or software
Computer aptitude and demonstrated writing proficiency. Typing skills are essential for productivity.
Demonstrated visualization skills – the ability to translate between two- and three-dimensional data views
Experience authoring within a tagged language
Authoring experience in XML/DITA
Experience authoring for reuse in a CMS environment
Mechanical aptitude, diagnostic skills, and ability to read drawings
Working proficiency with database use and excel spreadsheets
Self‑motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects
Proven cross‑functional, interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in managing complex projects and ability to adapt to changing priorities
Preferred
At least 2 years of experience in plumbing product installation, design, or documentation preferred, but will substitute similar experience in a related technical/manufacturing field
Familiar with CAD or Pro/E, Creo, Adobe Illustrator, or Arbortext IsoDraw
Experience authoring with Adobe InDesign
Working knowledge of SAP
Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation Salary range for this position is $63,900 – $95,900. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
Benefits Benefits are available from day 1 of employment, with no waiting period.
EEO Statement It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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