Build your future with New Way Trucks!
New Way Trucks is a family-owned company spanning three generations. We combine family values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. We are a company with small-town values and a Global impact. New Way is the largest private refuse equipment manufacturer in North America with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond.
Currently we are seeking a Technical Writer to join our team and be an essential part of our team. This position is responsible for creating logical sequences to reduce complex and/or complicated processes into easy-to-understand steps.
Your Role in Our Mission:
- Compile information on specific components according to the criteria established for manual content.
- Organize component information such that it can be quickly assembled into a manual for new models.
- Maintain database for equipment builds.
- Review manual information for accuracy and update as needed.
- Catalogue and maintain Operations Manuals archives.
- Add relevant manual information to every product detail in sales communication for quick identification.
- Assist in writing training programs for equipment operations.
- Interface with the engineering department to ensure specifications and processes in the manuals and training program are complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
- Write service and safety bulletins.
To Perform this Job Successfully:
- Associate’s degree in Communications, Business, or technical field with 5 or more years of experience in production processes.
- Technical background with a thorough understanding of physical mechanics.
- Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Office.
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and parts breakdowns.
- CAD skills with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling tools.
- A background in assembly, service, and repair in the automotive industry is a strong plus.
- Reduce complex processes into simple, easy to understand, and logical sequences.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong ability to interface with all levels of individuals within and outside the company.
- Ability to read and understand technical documents.
- Ability to analyze and solve mechanical problems.
- Physical ability to climb, crawl and to work in awkward positions such as kneeling, bending, stooping and overhead positions.
Why New Way Trucks?
- Family Owned: Experience a close-knit atmosphere where every team member is valued, and contributions recognized.
- Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
- Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
- Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now!
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
New Way Trucks
New Way®, a family-owned company, is a highly motivated team of talented individuals with an over 50-year commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. With garbage trucks on routes throughout the United States and across the globe New Way has quickly become a dominant name in refuse truck manufacturing. New Way® is headquartered in Scranton, IA with manufacturing facilities in Scranton, IA, Carroll, IA and Booneville, MS. Please explore our open positions and apply today!
New Way Trucks is an equal opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its workforce. New Way Trucks recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.
Required Notice for Mississippi Job Applicants: Mississippi job applicants may be tested for the presence of alcohol, drugs or their metabolites. Any offers of employment are conditioned on the non-positive results of a drug/alcohol screening test. A copy of New Way Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy Notice to Employees and New Way Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy is available for applicants to read and review in New Way’s Human Resource Office.
Company Website: newwaytrucks.com
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