October 23, 2006
Technical Writer, Pine Bluff, AR
General Physics Corporation
Job Description
TECHNICAL WRITER on the
SUMMARY: Develops, writes and edits material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs and related technical and administrative publications by performing the following duties:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Observes production, developmental and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail.
- Interviews production, maintenance and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods.
- Reviews manufacturer's and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance and service of equipment.
- Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mock-ups and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure and production sequence and detail.
- Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to designated standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology.
- Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content and methods of reproduction and binding. Maintains records and files of work and revisions.
- Selects photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams and charts to illustrate material and assists in laying out material for publication.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in English or related discipline OR
- Minimum of two years technical writing experience.
CONTACT:
Larry A. Bailey, Manager, Engineering Services
General Physics Corporation
Post Office Box 20308
White Hall, AR 71612
870-540-2923
870-540-2965 fax
lbailey@gpworldwide.com
October 15, 2006
Senior Technical Writer, Westbrook, ME
[I know this isn't near Arkansas, but a friend at IDEXX mentioned it to me. If you are interested in applying for this position and you know me, give me a call and I can tell you the name of my contact. --Tommy Trussell]
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IDEXX is a worldwide leader in innovative products and services for veterinary, food and water applications. Our companion animal and equine businesses combine biotechnology with medical devices and information technology to support veterinarians' efforts in providing excellent care while building successful practices. Our food and water businesses employ efficient technologies for livestock/poultry monitoring and ensuring the safety of public water and milk.
As a member of the Marketing Communications (MarComm) team, the Senior Technical Writer works closely with IDEXX operations, software and instrument developers, communications, information technology and field personnel to generate technical publications, both print and electronic versions, including user guides, installation manuals, release notes, troubleshooting guides, tech support docs, help systems, package inserts, product labels, research papers, abstracts, white papers and more. Success is defined as: ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; successful on-time delivery of high-quality technical documents for product releases; creation of high-quality professional packaging/labeling for IDEXX products; and creation of user-friendly instructional documentation for products.
IDEXX is a worldwide leader in innovative products and services for veterinary, food and water applications. Our companion animal and equine businesses combine biotechnology with medical devices and information technology to support veterinarians' efforts in providing excellent care while building successful practices. Our food and water businesses employ efficient technologies for livestock/poultry monitoring and ensuring the safety of public water and milk.