Manufacturing Technical Writer III

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Technical Writer III performs document-related functions, including but not limited to the processing of Engineering Change Orders, as well as maintaining documentation in accordance with ISO 13485 and Werfen policies and procedures. Under limited supervision, responsible for writing and illustrating both electronic and hardcopy documentation for product manufacturing, troubleshooting and service manuals, according to industry standard utilizing state of the art desktop publishing tools. Under limited supervision work with development, transfer and manufacturing engineers to generate instrument manufacturing documentation, work instruction, bills of materials and routings.

• Create precise and clear technical documentation for building, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing complex products and equipment.
• Generate and maintain bills of materials and routings under engineering direction.
• Generate and maintain detailed technical specifications utilizing state of the art desktop publishing tools, 3D CAD, and digital photos, under engineering direction.
• Perform simple calculations using Excel spreadsheets.
• Work with Development and Manufacturing engineers, production managers and operators to obtain the required technical information such as product and module.
• Assembly, test and diagnosis techniques.
• Develop and prepare reports and spreadsheets to track material procurements and transfers under engineering supervision.
• Generate engineering Change Orders with Engineering guidance and administrate the approval cycle.
• Assist with periodic review of manufacturing documentations.

N/A

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Production Mangers and Operators
• R&D Engineering
• Service
• Documenaiton Control
• Quality and Compliance Engineering

• Must demonstrate proficiency with a personal computer and MS Office software packages.
• Familiarity with Desktop Publishing Tools and formats such as PDF and HTML
• Excellent communication skills and English proficiency
• Knowledge of Quality standards (e.g. ISO 13485)
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Self- motivated and adaptable to change
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Liberal Arts required. Equivalent experience will be accepted.
• 4+ years of experience as a technical writer or related experience required

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com