Company Description
At QIMA, we’re on a mission to help our clients make products consumers can trust.
Working with over 30,000 global brands, retailers, manufacturers and food growers, we are on the ground wherever products are made. We help businesses secure every step of their supply chain with quality inspections, supplier audits, certifications, and lab testing, all powered by our intelligent digital platform.
Our team of 5,000 QIMers (and counting) across 40 offices and laboratories, are united in our shared passion for innovation and integrity, and guided by our QIMA values in the decisions we make every day. We believe in the work we do, and in making a positive difference in the world. Does this sound like something you’d like to be a part of?
Job Description
We are looking for a dynamic Junior Technical Writer to join our team on a 6-month contract.
As a member of our Technical Documentation Team, you will be responsible for creating professional technical documentation for a wide range of consumer goods, e.g. electronics, household appliances, gardening tools, sport equipment, toys, etc.
Your responsibilities will be to:
- Creating instruction and assembly manuals for consumer goods in English or German in accordance with product standards and regulations
- Preparing instruction manuals for the translation process.
- Typesetting of foreign-language instruction manuals.
- Communication with clients.
- Close cooperation with colleagues from the fields of proofreading, graphics, and translation management.
- Work in ad-hoc project support and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a degree in Technical Communication, Technical Translation, or related fields.
- Knowledge of Content Management Systems, preferably ST4, Adobe InDesign, and Acrobat is an advantage.
- Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
- Logical thinking and an analytical mindset are a must.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Immediate availability is preferred.
- Previous experience in the field of technical documentation is a plus.
- Fluent in written and spoken English and German.
Additional Information
- Gain practical experience in a supportive and multicultural team environment.
- Develop your skills and broaden your design knowledge within a global company.
- Contribute to meaningful projects and make an impact on our branding and visual content strategies.
- Choose your preferred work location—whether Hamburg, Hong Kong, or Cebu, QIMA's international presence allows you the flexibility to work from a location that suits you best.
