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Temporary Instructional Designer - Technical Writer

Caldwell, ID

Temporary to Full Time

Mid Level

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Job Title: Instructional Designer – Technical Writer Department : Human Resources Classification: FLSA-Non-Exempt

Job Family: Human Resources Date: 10.06.2025 Reports to : Training and Development Manager

Travel: 0% Employment Type : Temp/Hourly Expected Work Hours: 40

+ ***This position requires to be on-site and will run through the 2025 calendar year.***

Summary :

The Instructional Designer – Technical Writer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining engaging, accurate, and user-friendly technical documentation. This role bridges technical expertise with learning theory to produce materials such as work instructions, quick reference guides, and job aids for a range of audiences within the manufacturing industry.

Accountabilities:

+ Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather technical information and translate it into clear and concise content.

+ Develop and maintain training materials including SOPs, work instructions, process flows, troubleshooting documents, and instructional videos.

+ Use documentation platforms (Adobe, Microsoft Word) to develop and publish content.

+ Ensure consistency in tone, format, and terminology across all documentation and training assets.

+ Maintain version control and documentation accuracy through regular audits and updates.

+ Support project rollout and product launch efforts with training and reference documentation.

+ Evaluate the effectiveness of instructional materials and revise content based on feedback and performance metrics.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Attributes:

+ Safety First: Proactively inspects, maintains, and removes unsafe tools and equipment from circulation to protect employees and ensure a hazard-free workplace.

+ Have Humanity: Supports team members by quickly fulfilling tool and supply requests, reducing downtime, and creating a collaborative, respectful environment.

+ Be Transparent: Maintains accurate inventory records, communicates shortages or repair timelines, and keeps stakeholders informed to build trust.

+ Drive Innovation: Improves tool tracking, storage systems, and ordering processes by introducing better technology and workflows to minimize production delays.

+ Be Resilient: Stays calm and adaptable during urgent requests, shifting priorities to meet production demands despite supply chain challenges.

+ Always Reliable: Consistently ensures tools, consumables, and equipment are available, organized, and audit-ready to support seamless daily operations.

+ Grit: Persistently addresses recurring tool issues, performs thorough counts and repairs, and takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly under pressure.

Required Knowledge/Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Technical Communication, Engineering, Education, or related field.

+ 2+ years of experience in technical writing, preferably in a technical, manufacturing, or engineering environment.

+ Experience working in rapid growth companies.

+ Strong writing, editing, and content structuring skills.

+ Understanding of technical subject matter and the ability to translate complex information into learner-friendly formats.

+ Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.