Technical Writer - Winnipeg, Canada - BuhlerIndustries

BuhlerIndustries

Verified Company

Winnipeg, Canada

6 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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To:
Technical Publications Supervisor

Your primary function as Technical Communicator will be to describe products, their functions, how to use them and procedures for maintaining them.

You will do this using different methods including but not limited to writing and illustration.

Requirements:

Excellent English/French written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to work and collaborate within a team, be mentored and contribute.
Have a good knowledge and understanding of modern technology specifically computers:
Proficient with MS Office (Excel and Word).
A working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud and/or the ability to be able to quickly learn and master new software.
Proven experience involving project management, organizing/prioritizing tasks, analytical skills.
Experience working in a technical environment and mechanically inclined.
College diploma in communication; or equivalent experience.
Experience in technical writing and project management an asset.

Background Information

Job

Summary:

Provide clear, concise documentation to explain a company's products to end users.

Analyze materials such as engineering drawings, material specifications, technical information and organize to create manuals, user guides and other documents to explain clearly and concisely the installation, operation and maintenance of Versatile equipment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Creating and maintaining manuals and various instructions: document planning, gaining product knowledge, manipulating images, writing, editing, proofreading, indexing, and formatting.
Writing and maintaining system administrator and quick reference guides.
Other duties as assigned by management and/or supervisor.

Qualifications:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Focused attention to detail.
Skilled at producing high quality materials with a focus on the needs of the enduser.
Should be mechanically inclined; possess a curiosity of how things function.

Preferred Qualifications:

University degree or Certificate in Technical Communications, or similar syllabus in the communication field.
Experience in a publication position.

Buhler Industries Inc

(TSX:

BUI) is headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Established in 1932 as an agricultural equipment manufacturer. Through steady expansion, new products and acquisitions, the company has experienced progress and steady growth.

Over the years, many brands have joined Buhler Industries:
Farm King, Allied, Inland and Versatile. Today Buhler Industries operates several modern manufacturing plants and distribution centers. Factories in Morden and Winnipeg, MB build tractors, augers, tillage, compact implements and more. Buhler Industries maintains several well-stocked parts warehouses. As Buhler Industries continues to re-invest in engineering, research and development and production, the company is moving forward. The dealer and distribution network in North America has a strong base and continues to grow. Buhler Industries remains committed to continuous product improvement and incorporating new value-added features. That tradition of excellence will continue well into the future.