Technical Writer

Technical WriterRequired Skills & Experience: Familiarity and understanding of OSHA standards including confined space, lockout/tagout (LOTO), combustible dust, etc. Experience with technical writing (drafting and creating instructional manuals, reference guides, and full SOPs from Bill of Materials (BOMs)). Must be able to pick up on any legal language and put it into simple terms for floor workers, production workers, etc. Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills to work with clients, team members, and management staff.Nice to Have Skills & Experience: Confined Space permit, LOTO (lockout/tagout) permit, Degree in EHS related field.Job Description: An employer in Erlanger, KY is hiring a technical writer for a 6-month long contract. This position allows the person to sit hybrid (3 days on-site, two days working from home). This person's main responsibility will be documenting formal processes and writing full SOPs from start to finish. This person must have good attention to detail and the ability to understand technical concepts from a manufacturing/production environment and technical language around environmental, health, and safety regulations. They will be collaborating with internal and external employees, along with EHS auditors to draft company documents such as instruction manuals, reference guides, and operating procedure guides that are EHS compliant.Essential Functions/Responsibilities: Develop and maintain technical documentation in accordance with EHS standards, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and requirements within a production/manufacturing environment. Collaborate closely with engineers and subject matter experts to gather information and insights necessary for creating detailed technical content. Create documents that encompass specifications, test procedures, and other relevant technical information to support a safe and regulated production environment. Draft standard manuals that are clear, concise, and user-friendly, aimed at enhancing end-users' understanding and usability of our products. Write, review, and edit technical documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established guidelines. Present work and progress weekly to management.