Technical Writer – Production System (APS)

Location: Sanand, Gujarat

Payroll: Volantis Technologies

Contract: Up to March 2027

CTC: ₹14–16 LPA

Experience: Relevant experience in Technical Writing / Manufacturing Documentation / Production Systems

Role Overview

We are looking for a Technical Writer – Production System with strong exposure to manufacturing operations, production systems, Lean, Operational Excellence or Quality environments.

The ideal candidate should be able to understand how a production environment operates, engage with cross-functional stakeholders, and translate discussions, processes and operating requirements into clear, structured and deployment-ready documentation.

Manufacturing awareness and systems-thinking capability are critical for this role.

Key Responsibilities

APS & Lean Process Documentation

- Develop and maintain SOPs, Work Instructions, Process Guides, Standardized Work, Playbooks, Templates and Reference Manuals.
- Document Lean and Production System processes including:
- Leadership Standard Work
- Visual Management
- Standardized Work
- Tiered Daily Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Problem Solving
- 5S & Kaizen
- Performance Management
- Convert complex production concepts into simple, practical and visually clear documentation for shopfloor and leadership teams.
- Develop templates for APS playbooks, training manuals, checklists, one-point lessons and leader guides.
- Review existing technical/operational content and convert it into standardized, qualified documentation.
- Ensure documentation follows defined terminology, APS standards, quality requirements and operational best practices.

SharePoint & Document Management





- Manage and maintain APS documentation within SharePoint.
- Work with document libraries, folder structures, metadata, permissions and version history.
- Maintain document version control, review cycles and approval records.
- Ensure users can easily access the latest approved documentation.

Training & Visual Content

- Create PowerPoint training decks, facilitator guides, participant manuals, handouts and quick-reference guides.
- Develop process maps, diagrams, visuals, checklists and other learning materials.
- Convert SME discussions, workshop outputs, meeting notes and pilot learnings into structured training and knowledge assets.
- Create content for different audiences including leaders, managers, engineers, supervisors, team leaders, operators and support functions.

Must-Have Skills

- Strong understanding of a manufacturing / production environment.
- Experience with Production Systems, Lean, Operational Excellence, Quality Systems or Process Improvement.
- Strong technical/documentation writing skills.
- Ability to understand and connect cross-functional processes and stakeholder interactions.
- Experience creating SOPs, work instructions, process documentation and training material.
- Good working knowledge of MS Word and PowerPoint.
- Exposure to SharePoint and document management is preferred.
- Strong ability to convert discussions and process flows into structured documentation and standards.

Education

Diploma / Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality or a related discipline preferred.

Candidates from manufacturing, engineering, operations, quality, Lean or operational excellence environments will be strongly preferred.

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