Your tasks
- The Documentation Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all technical documentation is clear, accurate, and compliant with internal standards and industry regulations.
- Creates, writes, and maintains comprehensive technical documents, including SOPs, work instructions, process guidelines, Mastercard's, manuals, and other critical documents that align with operational and quality standards.
- Leads the development, updating, and ongoing maintenance of MasterCard's to ensure accuracy and consistency across all manufacturing and engineering processes, reflecting current operational requirements and changes for Extrusion, Molding and PA&F.
- Leads the development and documentation of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring proper recording and traceability of all changes, including managing process and product deviations.
- Ensures changes are well-documented, communicated, and aligned with internal processes.
- Spearheads change management processes, ensuring all changes (engineering, process, or product-related) are properly documented, approved, and integrated into manufacturing workflows.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth transitions during change implementations.
- Works closely with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure that technical documents reflect the latest process, compliance, and regulatory standards.
- Serves as a liaison between teams to gather the necessary technical information and converts it into clear, actionable documentation.
- Ensures strict document control practices are followed, with appropriate versioning, access, and security.
- Maintains an organized and up-to-date repository for all technical documentation.
- Assists in training team members on newly developed documents and process updates.
- Ensures employees are aware of changes and know how to access and apply the latest documentation.
- Supports internal audits and continuous improvement efforts related to documentation, ensuring all materials comply with internal and external standards.
- Maintains all technical documents in accordance with document control procedures, ensuring proper versioning, access control, and security.
- Ensures all documentation is organized, up-to-date, and compliant with internal standards and industry regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Your profile
- Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven experience in technical writing, particularly in manufacturing or engineering environments.
- Strong expertise in creating, managing, and maintaining technical documentation, including MasterCard's and engineering change documentation.
- In-depth understanding of document management systems and change management processes.
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise, and accessible documentation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of document creation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of industry standards, quality management systems, and regulatory requirements related to technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience in leading cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with all levels of the organization.
- Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Technical Writing Certification preferred.
- Five (5) plus years technical writing experience.
- Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
- Exposure to machine noise.
- Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production area.
- Working conditions are normal for a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 30 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment.
- Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to, eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and work boots.
- This role may require walking in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Health care
GF offers a comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401k with generous company match.
Paid holidays
Paid time off include 12 paid days of company holidays.
Work perks discount
The discount program includes many different goods and services including appliances, electronics, theme parks, movies and more.
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Who we are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids. Our business is driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions and investment in a culture based on performance, learning and caring.
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