Results-oriented writing professional with experience preparing concise and accurate technical documents. Expert at delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines. Talented individual collaborates with cross-functional teams for accuracy and clarity of technical content.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Writer/Illustrator III
MTD HOLDINGS INC/STANLEY BLACK & DECKER
01.2016 - 01.2024
Technical Writer for walk-behind lawn mowers, snow blowers, engines, and stand-on mowers, including battery-operated equipment
Maintaining documents in product life management system and structuring manual group bill of materials for individual models
Embraced leadership role in cost savings initiatives, manual consolidation, department style guide, manual format change projects
Updating Safety Label Identification website (OPESymbols.com) using Salesforce portal.
Senior Technical Writer
INVACARE CORPORATION
01.1998 - 01.2016
Produced owner's manuals, service manuals, and safety labeling for powered and manual wheelchairs, electronics, respiratory, and personal care products within specified time frames
Maintain documents and revision control according to corporate legal and federal requirements
Spearheaded initiatives to promote the use of graphics in user and service manuals, enhancing document usability and reducing translation costs
Provided training to new writers in department procedures and standards
Aided in department project management and problem-solving.