Maintenance Technical Writer

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technical Writer
| Employment Type | Contract-to-Hire
| Location | Seabrook, NJ (on-site)
| Schedule | Mon – Fri Day Shift

Position overview
Client is seeking a Maintenance Technical Writer to develop the full documentation library that will support the maintenance program at the new facility. Working closely with the Maintenance Planner/Clerk and the broader maintenance team, this role will create the standard operating procedures, work instructions, and PM documentation needed to support a safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance operation from day one.

Key responsibilities
• Write clear, accurate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for maintenance tasks across all equipment and systems at the new facility
• Develop step-by-step work instructions for technicians to follow when performing routine and corrective maintenance jobs
• Create Preventive Maintenance procedure documents to accompany PM tasks built in the eMaint CMMS, ensuring technicians have written guidance for every scheduled task
• Develop Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for all applicable equipment in compliance with OSHA standards
• Review and interpret OEM equipment manuals, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to produce accurate, usable documentation
• Collaborate with Maintenance Manager, Planner/Clerk, and lead technicians to validate accuracy of all written procedures
• Organize and maintain the documentation library, version control, naming conventions, and document management
• Support technician onboarding by developing training materials and procedure quick-reference guides
• Revise and update documentation as equipment, processes, or regulations change

Required qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in technical writing within a manufacturing, industrial, or maintenance environment
• Demonstrated ability to write SOPs, work instructions, and maintenance procedures from OEM documentation and subject matter expert input
• Strong understanding of manufacturing maintenance operations and equipment terminology
• Experience writing or reviewing LOTO procedures in compliance with OSHA 
• Excellent written communication skills — ability to translate complex technical content into clear, concise language for technician-level readers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and document management systems

Preferred qualifications
• Experience supporting a new facility launch or greenfield startup environment
• Familiarity with food & beverage or food-grade manufacturing environments and GMP documentation requirements
• Experience working alongside a CMMS implementation, ability to align written procedures with PM tasks in the system
• Knowledge of ISO or other quality management documentation standards a plus