Facilities Technical Document Specialist/Writer
At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
Jabil is seeking a Facilities Technical Document Specialist/Writer to work in its Memphis, TN plant!
How will you make an impact?
As a Facilities Technical Document Specialist/Writer, under general supervision, you will be responsible for development of facilities team processes, training, and documentation. The qualified candidate will also be a creative and proactive contributor, focused on continued improvement.
What will you do?
- Responsible for reviewing, revising, implementing, and training the facilities team on any current or new documented processes for the facility to include preventative maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance, equipment & tooling repairs, electronic PM tracking, equipment tracking, maintenance safety, facilities inventory, cost saving projects, hazmat inventory, and other operations involving ongoing maintenance of facilities.
- Develop/Review technical and maintenance safety procedures for: electrical work, waste handling, preventative maintenance, forklift operations, aerial lift operations, painting, plumbing work and/or carpentry repairs of fixtures and equipment on company premises.
- Develop/Review technical and maintenance safety procedures for: installation, relocation and reinstallation of new and/or existing equipment.
- Track maintenance and repair facilities related production support systems such as air compressors, air dryers, waste compactors, material elevators and dock equipment.
- Perform simple engineering calculations for proposed new equipment.
- Update mechanical prints or local work instructions when plant changes mandate.
- Coordinate with other functional departments in regard to major plant changes and follow up with appropriate facilities documentation needed.
- Coordinate with the Environmental Health & Safety department when developing facilities processes to ensure proper risk analysis and management.
- Coordinate with authorized 3rd party contractors and vendors to ensure they have supplied Jabil with all applicable up-to-date documentation as required to perform work on site.
- Support all facilities audits internal or externally hosted with the appropriate documentation. Follow up on requests for documentation that occurs during such audit scenarios.
- Submit new or revised facilities documentation through Jabil Memphis electronic document system.
- Use SAP EAM, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, and Word to develop & maintain PM tracking and facilities documentation.
- Submit proposals and recommendations to department supervisor for upgrades or changes.
- Maintain maintenance records for each piece of equipment responsible for.
- Coordinate with Facilities Maintenance Technicians and Housekeeping staff to ensure all facilities equipment has maintenance performed as scheduled and per the written documentation.
- Coordinate with Facilities Supervisor, Technicians and Housekeeping staff to ensure supply & repair parts are ordered in a timely manner to support facilities operations.
- Coordinate with Facilities Supervisor, Technicians and Housekeeping staff to ensure supply & repair parts are accurately inventoried.
- Coordinate with Facilities Team to compile and submit documentation for cost-saving projects.
- Document troubleshooting and periodic inspections required to determine maintenance work on applicable equipment.
- Develop and train on preventive maintenance Instructions and ensure that the records for such are properly documented.
- Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
- Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
- Other duties may be assigned.
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How will you get here?
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, however, a Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Information & Documentation or a similar field recommended.
- At least 3 years of experience in a technical documentation writing or training-based role; or demonstrated skills required to perform the job.
- Must be intimately familiar with Microsoft Suite programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, Visio, Forms.)
- Must have SAP experience or similar inventory and shopfloor program management experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- A minimum of proven experience with equipment maintenance and tooling.
- Strong Communication Skills both verbal and written.
- Experience writing technical documents.
- Ability to be Detail Oriented.
- Understanding of safety practices and requirements.
- Experience utilizing Windows Products (Excel, Word and Outlook).
Benefits you will receive while working with Jabil:
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Accommodation Statement
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- On-Site Gym
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion