Maintenance Technical Writer

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technical Writer
| Employment Type | Contract-to-Hire
| Location | Seabrook, NJ (on-site)
| Schedule | Mon Fri Day Shift

Position overview
Client is seeking a Maintenance Technical Writer to develop the full documentation library that will support the maintenance program at the new facility. Working closely with the Maintenance Planner/Clerk and the broader maintenance team, this role will create the standard operating procedures, work instructions, and PM documentation needed to support a safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance operation from day one.

Key responsibilities
Write clear, accurate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for maintenance tasks across all equipment and systems at the new facility
Develop step-by-step work instructions for technicians to follow when performing routine and corrective maintenance jobs
Create Preventive Maintenance procedure documents to accompany PM tasks built in the eMaint CMMS, ensuring technicians have written guidance for every scheduled task
Develop Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for all applicable equipment in compliance with OSHA standards
Review and interpret OEM equipment manuals, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to produce accurate, usable documentation
Collaborate with Maintenance Manager, Planner/Clerk, and lead technicians to validate accuracy of all written procedures
Organize and maintain the documentation library, version control, naming conventions, and document management
Support technician onboarding by developing training materials and procedure quick-reference guides
Revise and update documentation as equipment, processes, or regulations change

Required qualifications
2+ years of experience in technical writing within a manufacturing, industrial, or maintenance environment
Demonstrated ability to write SOPs, work instructions, and maintenance procedures from OEM documentation and subject matter expert input
Strong understanding of manufacturing maintenance operations and equipment terminology
Experience writing or reviewing LOTO procedures in compliance with OSHA
Excellent written communication skills ability to translate complex technical content into clear, concise language for technician-level readers
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and document management systems

Preferred qualifications
Experience supporting a new facility launch or greenfield startup environment
Familiarity with food & beverage or food-grade manufacturing environments and GMP documentation requirements
Experience working alongside a CMMS implementation, ability to align written procedures with PM tasks in the system
Knowledge of ISO or other quality management documentation standards a plus