Manufacturing Technical Writer (Contract assignment))

Entegris•Bloomington, MN

10d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technical Writer joins the Manufacturing Operations team at the Bloomington site as a contractor. The role develops clear, accurate, operator-ready documentation supporting product development, pilot builds, and full-scale production. The writer works with engineers, technicians, operators, quality personnel, and training teams to document manufacturing processes and create standardized resources that promote consistency, safety, and operational excellence. The role also offers opportunities to build relationships across the organization and be recognized for success and adherence to Entegris' PACE values.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, Communications, English, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience as a Technical Writer in a manufacturing, engineering, or technology-driven environment.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
Experience creating and maintaining controlled documents such as work instructions, SOPs, inspection procedures, specifications, protocols, reports, or risk documentation.
Ability to simplify complex technical information into clear, actionable instructions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience collaborating with engineers, technicians, operators, and other technical subject matter experts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and document management systems.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across functional teams.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
Ability to observe manufacturing processes on the production floor for extended periods.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. when handling documents, samples, or production-related materials.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed shoes, when working in manufacturing areas.
Ability to work occasionally in a clean-room environment, which may require hygiene measures such as not using or wearing makeup, perfumes, colognes, or other strong fragrances.
Must not require Entegris immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ERP/MES systems, manufacturing processes, and regulated documentation environments.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), inspection procedures, specifications, protocols, and other controlled documents.
Observe engineering, development, and production activities and translate manufacturing processes into clear, accurate documentation.
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Training teams to ensure documentation reflects approved processes and supports employee training.
Review, simplify, and standardize existing work instructions to improve consistency, usability, and operator effectiveness.
Develop documentation using engineering drawings, specifications, build notes, test data, supplier information, and direct process observation.
Identify documentation gaps, inconsistencies, and improvement opportunities, and collaborate with subject matter experts to resolve them.
Support pilot builds, new product introduction (NPI), and process development through timely creation and revision of technical documentation.
Use document control systems and established procedures to maintain compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
Track, monitor, and communicate documentation project status to stakeholders.
Translate complex engineering concepts into concise, operator-focused instructions that support safe and consistent manufacturing operations.
Work across teams and functional groups to support continuous improvement initiatives and manufacturing excellence.
Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned in support of the larger organization and production goals.