Document processing specialist

Document Processing Specialist

The Curtiss-Wright/Peerless Instrument Documentation Department has an immediate opening for a mid-to-senior-level Word Processing Specialist. This position is responsible for the preparation, revision, and maintenance of the company's technical documents. This position also produces a full range of technical communications products from small asset-tag labels for equipment identification, to large-scale posters used in information sessions.

The Document Processing specialist is very security conscious, obsessively detail-oriented, and operates swiftly with extraordinary computer expertise. That skill set will more than likely be utilized additionally in a part-time role as a company data transfer agent (DTA). In this supporting function, he or she will be responsible for moving files to different systems and performing the myriad details required for this function. This is an extremely sensitive, security-conscious role with nearly zero-tolerance for errors.

Location: Farmingdale, NY

Wage Information: $28.30 - $33.40 Per Hour

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in New York. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

Your Challenge:

• Maintains the company's document templates and revises them as needed. Updates the procedural document for Word Processing. Recommends and implements stylistic improvements where necessary.

• Formats all technical publications from internal forms and procedures to complete technical manuals.

• Produces accurate, complete, and legible materials from review-copy stage through final sign-off.

• Scans various documents for archive and use in other materials.

• Creates physical deliverables as needed such as posters, signage, booklets, and other materials.

• Combines content as needed from multiple sources, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, PDF, Photo editing software and others to create one uniform and legible deliverable.

• Serves as the go-to person for formatting expertise within Microsoft Suite.

• Proofreads documents, discusses inconsistencies with writer.

• Serves as writer for straightforward documentation, as needed.

• Maintains awareness of current trends in word processing practices to ensure best outcomes.

Your Expertise:

• Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens

• Must be able to obtain a Security Clerance

• Working-level expertise of standard Microsoft applications: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio; knowledge of photo, video, and PDF editing; and Techsmith Snagit.

• Expert-level proofreader

• Working knowledge of North American English

• Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills; enjoys working with technical material and has intuitive appreciation for page design.

• Maintains the smooth, efficient operation of word processing department, including mid-level troubleshooting of printers, computers, and other technology central to word processing.

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

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Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.