Senior Technical Writer

Minco Products

  • Fridley, MN
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
OverviewMinco is a global innovator in thermal management, temperature sensing and control, and flexible circuit technologies. We serve leading OEMs across high-reliability industries such as medical, aerospace, defense, and power generation. With a focus on custom-engineered solutions, our team leverages deep engineering expertise and world-class manufacturing capabilities to meet the most demanding standards of quality, reliability, and performance.We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our team in a full-time, salaried role at our Fridley, MN headquarters. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating and updating a wide range of technical documents including standard operating instructions, Critical to Quality (CTQ) documents, process guides, and project documentation. This position plays a key role in translating complex technical information into clear, accessible content for cross-functional teams.You will collaborate closely with engineering, production, customer service, and supply chain to gather insights and develop documentation that supports product quality, efficiency, and compliance.Responsibilities
  • Develop, revise, and maintain technical documentation such as procedures, work instructions, CTQ documents, and project materials including diagrams, flowcharts, graphics, and photos.
  • Research, observe, and engage in on-floor production and office environments to fully understand processes and improve documentation accuracy.
  • Manage document control systems to ensure all materials are current, consistent, and effectively communicated across teams.
  • Partner with management to define and uphold documentation standards and ensure consistent application across departments.
  • Lead and coordinate documentation projects that require collaboration across multiple teams.
  • Collaborate with engineers, operators, and internal stakeholders to gather technical details and translate them into comprehensive, easy-to-understand documents.
  • Research technical manuals, specifications, customer requirements, and regulations to produce high-quality documentation.
  • Review and edit documents created by others to ensure clarity, consistency, and technical accuracy.
  • Design and recommend training or instructional tools to support effective knowledge transfer.
  • Proactively manage project timelines and deliverables to meet business objectives.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven project management experience, including coordination, communication, and presentation to internal and external audiences.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems; quick to learn new software tools.
  • Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Analytical thinker capable of developing and delivering well-reasoned, actionable recommendations to management.
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of senior-level technical writing experience, ideally in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in electronics manufacturing.
  • Background in writing production-focused procedures.
  • Understanding of engineering principles including ECOs, BOMs, routings, and configurations.
  • Proficiency with tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, FMEA.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Experience with technical photography and image editing (Adobe Photoshop).
Work Environment:
  • Working in both engineering and production floor settings.
  • Fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment.
  • Full-time salaried role based at our headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or disability status.Minco maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing.Minco Products, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.This role requires access to technology and data regulated by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, applicants must be U.S. persons (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee) as defined by ITAR.

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