Technical Author

Role: Technical Author - Manufacturing Engineer Location: Redditch Contract: Permanent Salary: DOE Role Overview EMBS Talent are recruiting a Technical Author to join the Manufacturing Engineering function of a well-established manufacturing business.

The role bridges the gap between complex engineering processes and clear, usable documentation, producing the instructions that operators rely on every day on the shop floor. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality, production teams and subject matter experts, you will turn engineering data and shop-floor observations into accurate, easy-to-follow documentation, and keep it controlled, current and compliant.

What's in it for you * Strong order book of projects * Discretionary annual bonus * Early finish on a Friday * Genuine career development - Succession plans in place from day one Key Responsibilities * Author manufacturing documentation including set-up packs, stage drawings, work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring every document is controlled to the correct revision. * Translate engineering data, CAD drawings, bills of materials and shop-floor observations into clear, step-by-step instructions. * Create and edit photographs, technical illustrations, flowcharts and diagrams so that instructions are intuitive for operators. * Work directly with operators, Manufacturing Engineers, Quality and subject matter experts to verify accuracy and secure operator engagement and approval. * Manage the document lifecycle, including revisions, change notices and approval loops, through to release into production and the Quality Management System (QMS). * Take ownership of documentation actions and milestones that need Manufacturing Engineering support across Production, NPDI, Purchasing and Quality. * Support the Manufacturing Manager by contributing to agreed EHS, Quality, Cost and Delivery objectives, attending daily operations meetings and resolving documentation issues assigned to the ME function. * Contribute to safe working practices, internal and external audits and continuous improvement, including input to PFMEA activities and closing out any gaps identified.

Requirements Essential * Proven experience as the author (not only the approver or reviewer) of manufacturing documents such as SOPs, Special Work Instructions and assembly guides. * Experience of authoring in a regulated manufacturing sector, such as aerospace, automotive, defence or nuclear. * Working knowledge of document control, including version control, change notices and the approval process required to release documents into production or a QMS. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD data and bills of materials. *...

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