Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Technical Writer to join our team in Kennesaw, GA.  The Technical Writer will create and review a wide variety of publications to make sure they satisfy corporate needs for documents that are useful and instructive for different target audiences. Ensure all content adheres to all Yamaha standards and guidelines, promotes the high-quality Yamaha brand image, and is free of any potential legal issues.  Proofread drafts and write documents for multiple corporate divisions, and, when needed, other Yamaha companies.

What you'll be doing:

• Write and/or review and edit technical bulletins, product recalls, and other safety, technical, warranty, and service-related documents prior to printing to be sure they are clearly written and free of questionable information. Work with Legal Team and technical staff to ensure accuracy.
• Edit product labels, specifically Yamalube® oil and chemical products, and confirm that the content meets applicable industry and regulatory standards. 
• Write and/or edit divisional sales and marketing content, including, but not limited to, copy for catalogs, product brochures, manuals, other promotional materials, internal corporate communications, course/training textbooks and materials, and contracts and forms.
• Develop a strong understanding of Yamaha’s legal guidelines, standards, and responsibilities pertaining to product liability, safety, risk management, intellectual property, government relations, compliance, trademarks, etc. Ensure said guidelines are strictly followed and addressed in all content created and/or edited.
• Write and proofread other documents as needed, with emphasis on creativity, style, grammar, spelling, clarity, and adherence to Yamaha guidelines. 
• Promote a consistent corporate identity by working within and enforcing established Yamaha visual identity guidelines and internal Yamaha Style Guide.

What you need to be successful:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Technical Writing, English, Journalism, or related discipline is preferred but not required in lieu of solid, writing-based work experience that can be demonstrated with a strong portfolio of technical writing samples.
• Proficient in MS Office (specifically Word and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Very strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment where excellent time management is critical.
• Familiarity/experience in the motorsports market and technical/mechanical product knowledge a plus.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!  

What’s in it for you: 

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing 
• Fertility Benefits 
• 37.5 hour work-week 
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Wellness Program 
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles) 
• Long-Term Disability 
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits 
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product 

Reports to:  Department Manager

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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