Technical Writer

Kreg Tool Company•Ankeny, IA

About The Position

The Technical Writer creates clear, accurate, user-friendly documentation for U.S. and international product launches. Working with Engineering, Product Management, Compliance, and Supply Chain, the role translates complex product information into compliant, well-structured manuals and supporting materials. The position also supports requirements documentation, regulatory alignment, localization, and documentation control and process improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technical Communication, Engineering, English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
0 to 2 years of experience in technical writing, business analysis, or a related role.
Experience drafting structured documentation such as requirements, SOPs, or technical specifications.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and ask effective questions to clarify assignments and requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign.
Experience working cross-functionally with project management, engineering, and product teams.
Experience in consumer durables or mechanical products.
Familiarity with international regulatory documentation, including CE marking, EU directives, and safety standards.
General woodworking knowledge or experience.

Responsibilities

Collaborate cross-functionally to create and revise user manuals for U.S. and international product launches.
Write, edit, proofread, and finalize technical documentation in electronic and print-ready formats.
Manage manual layout, formatting, and production using Adobe Creative Cloud InDesign or similar document layout software.
Draft and maintain documentation templates, formatting standards, and style guides.
Coordinate manual review cycles, incorporate revisions, and track documents through final approval.
Facilitate documentation handoffs to Supply Chain and support the production approval process.
Partner with Engineering, Compliance, and Product Management to gather and document product requirements.
Assist in drafting and refining Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) and feature specifications.
Create process flow diagrams, operating procedures, implementation plans, and product change documentation.
Organize and facilitate requirements-gathering sessions and documentation review meetings.
Support Product Management in documenting feature updates and engineering change requests.
Work with internal partners to ensure manuals meet U.S., EU, and other international regulatory requirements, including CE standards, safety warnings, and labeling standards.
Coordinate translation and localization efforts for international markets.
Maintain a centralized electronic documentation library and document control processes.
Improve documentation workflows, standards, and version control practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.