Administrative Assistant
This position is ideal for a highly-energetic and friendly individual who is an effective communicator and presents a positive image. First impressions are very important and the company’s receptionist often provides the first impression for a customer by phone or in person. Requires knowledge of phone etiquette and a professional demeanor.
Qualifications and Experience:
- 1-3 years experience in a Receptionist position.
- Self-starter with strong computer (Microsoft Office Suite) and Internet skills.
- Able to type at least 45WPM.
- Possess and demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Maintain a consistent, positive attitude.
- Customer oriented with excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for company’s multi-line phone system and proper call handling. Must be able to field and manage all incoming calls providing a high level of quality.
- Greeting visitors.
- Responsible for all mail, small package, and fax handling. This includes proper mail distribution, overnight and priority mail processing and tracking.
- Responsible for maintaining corporate contacts in company’s CRM software.
- Assist Purchasing with obtaining vendor quotes and issuing purchase orders.
- Maintain company cafeteria for corporate functions and assist in organizing company events.
- Assist with administrative needs such as filing, memos, labeling, etc.
- Provide general support to Accounting, Engineering, and Sales & Marketing departments.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Applications Scientist
This position supports the sales force from a technical perspective in interactions with customers and potential customers. It requires being a self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Are you an individual who works harder than most people and thrives in a fast-paced environment?
- Do you respond positively and enthusiastically to challenges?
- Do you take pride in your work and hate to make mistakes?
Responsible for full customer support of both Fischione and TVIPS GmbH products. TVIPS is a major manufacturer of cameras and software for transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
With time, needs to develop an acute knowledge of both Fischione’s and TVIPS’ products as well as competitive devices and techniques. Required to participate in sales calls and trade shows. Performs advanced product demonstrations as necessary. Responsible for full customer field support, including independent installation, on-site customer training, telephone/email support, and hardware and software troubleshooting of new and existing products. Responsible for ensuring that products meet operating specifications, performs documented service, and manages scheduling and logistics.
Maintains microscopy facilities and is responsible for procedures, documentation, and equipment performance. Performs original research and publishes in peer-reviewed journals. Participates in technical conferences and contributes presentations or posters. Promotes company’s image and products through technical forums and application notes. Creates and ensures the technical accuracy of any corporate literature or publication. Frequently collaborates with Fischione’s end users.
Requires a Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Biology or a related subject and strong transmission electron microscopy (TEM) experience for various life and physical science applications. Experience with TEM camera technology, digital imaging, and electron tomography is beneficial. Must be willing to travel between 25% and 40%, both domestically and internationally.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Assembly Technician
This position involves the assembly of Fischione products including the building of precision, electro-mechanical sub-assemblies and complete instrumentation.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Requires a minimum of two (2) years of technical school education.
- Seven (7) to ten (10) years of related experience in the assembly and testing of complex, precision, electronic and/or electro-mechanical devices is essential.
- The ability to use a wide variety of electronic test instruments is expected.
- Must display outstanding skills in verbal communication, organization, and the ability to interpret complex technical drawings, electronic schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity of standard vacuum practice is a plus.
- Knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9000 would be beneficial.
- Willing to learn and work overtime and shifts when required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs intricate advanced assembly of both ultra-precision sub-assemblies and complex instrumentation.
- Required to work to extreme tolerances and both recognize and take the action necessary to achieve ultra-precise operation.
- Must be able to assemble products from drawings, sketches, wiring diagrams, procedures, and verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
- Performs advanced adjustments and calibration using a wide range of test instruments.
- May be required to work directly with customers in order to ensure complete adherence to the product specifications and customer expectations.
- Performs highly complex assembly and testing processes, sometimes with miniature components.
- Conducts sophisticated troubleshooting and needs to use judgment when re-working to meet quality specifications.
- Records and analyzes test data and prepares reports when required.
- Expected to develop manufacturing, assembly, and test procedures that facilitate effective, efficient, and quality production of all instrumentation.
- Required to train and assist other employees when necessary.
- Reports any equipment malfunction or non-standard condition to the supervisor.
- Keeps work area clean, organized, and complies with all documented company policies and procedures.
- Continuously strives to improve quality and reduce operating costs by implementing improved assembly and test methods.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Assistant/Plant Controller
To support the business mission of providing the highest quality, most innovative instrumentation to the microscopy community, the company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the newly created position of Controller.
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will possess excellent problem solving skills along with demonstrated attention to detail. This position is primarily responsible for the operations and supervision of the corporate accounting department including coordinating month end close processes, preparing monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and internal management reports, processing and reviewing journal entry postings, leading and coordinating the annual financial statement review process along with the supervision of the A/P and A/R function.
Candidates must have demonstrated success developing and maintaining internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards, ability to reconcile accounts and evaluate accuracy and effectiveness of internal controls, and the ability to assist with special projects and other duties as required in support of corporate objectives.
Qualified candidates will possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, excellent verbal and written communications skills, along with the ability to develop and follow established procedures. Additionally, candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience (preferably in a manufacturing environment), proficiency with MS Excel/Word, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA preferred).
If you possess the experience and competencies to be successful in this position, then we would like to meet you.
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CNC Machinist
In this position, a skilled machinist will be required to perform intricate and close tolerance machining of small, advanced precision components, in low quantities, using CNC equipment (mills and lathes) and/or manual machines.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Three plus years experience in the setup and operation of CNC Lathes and/or CNC Vertical Mills. Preferably this experience will include utilizing Okuma, Fanuc and Siemens controls.
- Editing G-code programs to make adjustments if needed. Additional programming experience would be beneficial.
- The ability to use trigonometry and perform standard machining calculations is needed.
- A working level knowledge of Windows-based PC operation.
- Applicants should be extremely detail oriented.
- The ability to use a wide variety of measuring devices to inspect components produced.
Candidates must have their own tools. This is a full-time position in a clean, air-conditioned, modern facility. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. Local candidates only.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Field Service Engineer
This position provides service for advanced scientific equipment at the customer site, including installation, maintenance, repair, and technical support.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Requires an Associates Degree in electronics, electro-mechanics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a technical service capacity; prior field service responsibility for complex, precision, electronic and/or electro-mechanical devices is preferred.
- Must possess the ability to interpret complex technical drawings, electronic schematics to the component level, and wiring diagrams.
- Familiarity of standard vacuum practice and high-voltage technology is a plus.
- Needs to take initiative and work independently, with a focus on results, quality, and customer service.
- Understanding of computer networking is beneficial.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Good organizational habits and outstanding attention to detail are essential.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
- Must be willing to travel up to 50% of the time, both domestically and internationally.
- Must be able to pass federal background checks in order to be admitted to some customer facilities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Schedule and perform maintenance on scientific equipment at customer locations in accordance with service contract and company procedures and standards. Ensure equipment meets performance specifications.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and repair malfunctioning equipment in response to service calls.
- Perform service on both ultra-precision sub-assemblies and complex instrumentation.
- Work to extreme tolerances and both recognize and take the action necessary to achieve ultra-precise operation.
- Perform highly complex service and testing processes, sometimes with miniature components.
- Install new equipment, executes product upgrades, and provides technical support.
- Promote customer satisfaction through proactive, professional communication.
- Use company-supplied laptop to access technical and customer information.
- Document service work, record and analyze test data, and prepare service reports.
- Place inventory and parts orders.
- Provide comprehensive technical support by phone and email.
- Be "on-call" outside of normal working hours to provide emergency service.
- Provide information and feedback to Engineering and Production teams for problem identification & resolution.
- During the time in the factory, may be required to support Production by performing Assembly Technician tasks.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Candidate will spend the majority of time in laboratory surroundings.
- This job occasionally requires exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force.
- Must be able to sit, bend, kneel, and stoop, as work may take place seated at a work station, on the floor, or on a step stool or ladder.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Inside Sales
This position is an excellent career opportunity selling to scientific laboratories. If you are looking to sell a product beyond the ordinary, you are technically inclined, and you truly appreciate the importance of outstanding customer relations, then you should thrive in our exciting outbound sales environment. We are looking for a bright, friendly, and energetic inside sales producer.
You will be an integral part of our sales team as you learn valuable sales and technology skills at a highly-successful and innovative scientific instrumentation company.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good organizational habits and outstanding attention to detail.
- Experience with CRM applications.
- Dedication to outstanding customer service.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude.
Responsible for managing the existing client base as well as prospecting for, developing, and following up on new customer relationships. The position involves qualifying new sales opportunities using telephone and e-mail and accurately managing data in our CRM database. Also involves interactions with our Accounting, Manufacturing, and Applications departments.
This position requires at least 1-2 years customer service or inside selling experience with technical products, and ideally, prior success calling on technical end-users in research laboratories, universities, industrial accounts, or semiconductor companies. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science is required.
If you are naturally competitive, want to stretch your customer service and sales skills, and be a part of a rapidly-growing scientific instrumentation company, then you are sure to thrive here.
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Laboratory Technician
This position supports applications efforts by utilizing various forms of instrumentation to both prepare and analyze SEM and TEM specimens. It requires being a self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be team-oriented and possess the ability to interact effectively with both internal and external customers.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Are you an individual who works harder than most people and thrives in a fast-paced environment?
- Do you respond positively and enthusiastically to challenges?
- Do you take pride in your work and hate to make mistakes?
Responsible for performing specimen preparation services. Documents work performed and tracks specimens by maintaining the appropriate historical information for a quick and accurate identification.
Must be highly hands-on, possess the ability to manipulate extremely small objects, have an acute attention to detail, and be able to work within demanding time constraints.
With time, needs to develop a thorough knowledge of Fischione’s products as well as competitive devices and techniques. May participate in sales calls and trade shows and perform product demonstrations as necessary.
Maintains microscopy facilities and is responsible for procedures, documentation, and equipment performance.
During the course of activities, the following tasks need to be executed: making accurate measurements using micrometers, calipers, and semi-automatic measurement devices, operating both manual and automated sample preparation instruments, including but not limited to: precision saw, ultrasonic disk cutter, dimpling grinder, ion mill, plasma – generating systems, and utilizing light optical microscopes and acquiring images with CCD cameras and their corresponding software.
Requires an associate’s degree from an accredited technical school. A B.A. or B.S. in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, Biology, or a related subject is preferred as is electron microscopy (SEM and TEM) experience for various life and physical science applications. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in a related position.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Machinist - Second Shift Group Leader
In this position, the Second Shift Group Leader (“SSGL”) will be required to perform intricate and close tolerance machining of small, advanced precision components, in low quantities, using CNC equipment (mills and lathes) and/or manual machines. In addition, the SSGL will be responsible for ensuring that the scheduled workload is completed on time and for providing support, direction, and assistance to the second shift machinists on all areas of their assigned duties. The ideal candidate for this hands-on position will lead by example and perform all of the duties required by a CNC/Manual Machinist. The SSGL will report directly to the Machine Shop Supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Five plus years experience in the setup and operation of CNC Lathes and/or CNC Vertical Mills. Preferably this experience will include utilizing Okuma, Fanuc, and Siemens controls.
- Editing G-code programs to make adjustments if needed. Additional programming experience would be beneficial.
- The ability to use trigonometry and perform standard machining calculations is needed.
- A working level knowledge of Windows-based PC operation.
- Five plus years experience operating Manual Lathes and Manual Mills.
- Experience producing small, tight tolerance components in a prototype or small production environment.
- The ability to hand sharpen drills and cutting tools.
- Applicants should be extremely detail oriented.
- The ability to use a wide variety of measuring devices to inspect components produced.
- Parts inspection experience a plus.
Individuals who are concerned with getting the job done on time and correctly, are extremely task-oriented, have high standards of quality and accuracy, and are able to adhere to established guidelines and procedures are encouraged to apply.
Candidates must have their own tools. This is a full-time position in a clean, air-conditioned, modern facility. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. Local candidates only.
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Maintenance Technician
This position involves all activities associated with both routine and preventative maintenance of the Fischione facility.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years experience in plant/facilities maintenance.
- Hospital or laboratory experience is a plus.
- Thorough knowledge of the skilled trades, including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.
- Extremely detail oriented.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Strict adherence to all safety policies and procedures.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Performs a wide variety of general building maintenance, repairs and services, including, but not limited to:
- Install light bulbs, doors, cabinets, and bulletin boards.
- Paint interior and exterior walls and cabinets, hang pictures, and assemble furniture.
- Install and repair electrical outlets, and repair and relocate light fixtures.
- Replace washers, faucets and seals on malfunctioning plumbing equipment; repair leaky faucets and fixtures, and clean clogged drains.
- Conduct standard janitorial services, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning of restrooms.
- Cleaning of windows and all internal glass panels and doors.
- Polishing and waxing vinyl floor surfaces.
- Complete grounds work, including cutting lawns, trimming shrubbery, maintaining landscaping beds and other areas, picking up trash, and sweeping curb and dumpster areas.
- Coordinate exterior and parking lot lighting.
- Removing snow from the sidewalks during winter.
- Regularly scheduled sweeping and vacuuming of the floors and emptying of waste receptacles.
- Machine shop chip disposal and recycling.
- Assist in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors.
- Coordinate special projects as assigned by management.
- Responsible for 24-hour emergency maintenance service as required.
- Carry cell phone for on-call maintenance.
- Responsible for alerting management of any unusual occurrence and/or damage to the grounds or facilities.
- Assist Shipping and Receiving Department with receiving in-coming parts and packaging outgoing shipments.
- Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.
- Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, city, state, and federal guidelines.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Internal office, manufacturing areas, and exterior grounds.
- This job occasionally requires exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force.
- Exposure to standard office/restroom cleaning products.
- Must be able to climb a ladder and use a step stool.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Manual Machinist
In this position, a skilled machinist will be required to perform intricate and close tolerance machining of small, advanced precision components, in low quantities, using manual equipment (mills and lathes).
Qualifications and Experience:
- Three plus years experience operating Manual Lathes and Manual Mills.
- Experience producing small, tight tolerance components in a prototype or small production environment.
- The ability to hand sharpen drills and cutting tools.
- The ability to use trigonometry and perform standard machining calculations is needed.
- Applicants should be extremely detail oriented.
- The ability to use a wide variety of measuring devices to inspect components produced.
Candidates must have their own tools. This is a full-time position in a clean, air-conditioned, modern facility. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package. Local candidates only.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Marketing Coordinator
This position is responsible for strategic marketing and communications in alignment with the overall policies and protocols of the Company, employing proven best practices so as to create an efficient process to systematically and accurately achieve the Company’s sales and profit goals. Interactions normally involve matters between company departments, customers, and outside vendors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop marketing plans for the sales support of products and services, product advertising, promotional activities, product launch coordination, website maintenance, as well as the design and implementation of internal and/or media marketing communications.
- Responsible for the planning and execution of events such as trade shows, including any preparation required for company participation. May collect, track, and analyze sales leads generated by the trade show.
- Must develop a thorough knowledge of company products, company functions, marketing, and/or service policies and procedures.
- Responsible for planning, budgeting, implementing, and maintaining costs.
- Must possess the capacity to produce diverse internal and external publications, major electronic projects and/or media pieces, and support all other internal and external communications for various projects in a consistent, high-quality, and timely manner.
- Will make editorial decisions for publications, setting priorities related to selecting information for inclusion.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet said objectives.
- Requires a thorough understanding of the industry, the Company strategy, and current areas of cultural emphasis.
- Works on complex problems of diverse scope where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
- Needs to exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for obtaining results.
- Demands outstanding analytical, communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills, as well as excellent organizational capabilities to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and projects.
- This position requires a degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related discipline. A Masters degree in marketing or business administration combined with an undergraduate degree in Science or Engineering is preferred.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years of marketing experience and a comprehensive knowledge of marketing and sales practices. Experience is preferable in a corporate setting, with demonstrated capabilities as a writer, project manager, and communications professional.
- Needs to exhibit strong leadership skills within a fast-paced Corporate or entrepreneurial environment, a recognized achievement in marketing and demonstrated success in delivering financial and non-financial results.
- Approximately 30% travel on a local, national, and international basis required.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Software Engineer
This position performs key roles in software development for product engineering, and in the support of internal IT-related operations. Candidate must be flexible, self-motivated, capable of effectively working independently and in small interdisciplinary teams, and possess excellent communication skills.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Are you an individual who works harder than most people and thrives in a fast-paced environment?
- Do you respond positively and enthusiastically to challenges?
- Do you take pride in your work and hate to make mistakes?
Must possess knowledge of real-time software for embedded systems, diverse applications for PC-class computers, and web applications. Demonstrated proficiency in C++ and C# (or managed C++) for instrumentation and/or control systems is required. Development environments are MS-Windows and Linux (preferred candidate will be proficient in both; MS-Windows is required.) Target environments are MS-Windows, .NET, Qt, embedded Linux, embedded DOS, and Java (proficiency in .NET is required.) Cross-platform development experience is a plus.
Will be expected to produce quality work, meet project deadlines, react quickly to customer issues and other interruptions, and effectively handle rapidly changing priorities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Software development responsibilities include the engineering of new products and product features, as well as support and maintenance for existing products. Duties consist of all phases of software engineering for Fischione’s products. Tasks include software specification, design, hardware interfacing, implementation, debugging, testing, and documentation, as well as customer support, production support, sales support, software configuration management, user documentation and training.
Management services for the company’s internal Information Systems (servers/network) are primarily provided by an IT consulting firm. In addition to product development, the candidate’s responsibilities will also include providing ancillary support for IT activities. Basic knowledge of Microsoft business and Office products, Microsoft client/server architectures, and database management (Microsoft SQL) are required. Duties include:
- Liaison between IT Consultant, ERP Consultant, CRM Consultant, and Fischione.
- Initial contact for internal company computer issues; “Man on the ground” assistance for network issues.
- Monitor status of backups, change backup media; Reboot servers off-hours, as needed.
- Provide ERP Database Maintenance/Administration (especially during upgrades). Maintain ERP Test Database.
- Computer Hardware/Software procurement and disposal. Interface with IT Consultant on new purchases.
- Review/approve software license and service renewals (Warranty, Antivirus, Spam filtering service, Domain name registration, Digital security certificates, Content filter renewals).
Requires a degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent,) and at least 4 years relevant software development experience. Some domestic and international travel may be required.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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Supply Chain Specialist
To support the business mission of providing the highest quality, most innovative instrumentation to the microscopy community, the company is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Supply Chain Specialist.
In this newly created position, the incumbent will be responsible for analyzing and implementing ERP procurement strategies that focus on achieving corporate goals, implementing inventory control processes and assist in defining Lean Initiatives while working with both key suppliers and internal operating groups to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality. To accomplish this, candidates must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where they can utilize their problem solving skills and analytical abilities to assist in the management of production schedules, capacity plans, shop floor control, and inventory management.
While a member of the Continuous Improvement (“CI”) team, successful candidates must possess the ability and desire to contribute individually to the success of the company by creating and implementing innovative processes and policies linked to business objectives. By utilizing their extensive knowledge and experience, successful candidates will take the initiative to find the solution to complex situations and work collaboratively with other members of the CI team to review recommended courses of action and quickly achieve results.
Qualified candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, MRP and Scheduling, and demonstrated success applying best practices to Supply Chain Management. Additionally, candidates must possess hands-on experience with ERP along with excellent verbal and written communications skills and a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Operations Management, or Engineering or equivalent. APIC’s Certification a plus.
If you possess the experience and competencies to be successful in this position, then we would like to meet you.
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Technical Writer
This position supports all documentation initiatives within the organization. It requires being a self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be team-oriented and possess the ability to interact effectively with both internal and external customers.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Must have an excellent command over the English language combined with technical or scientific knowledge.
- Should possess the ability to put the information in simple terminology so that is understandable by the user.
- Must be able to analyze, interpret, and use graphs, pictures, sketches, charts, diagrams, and any other illustrative material to facilitate the reader’s understanding.
- Must have proven experience developing large documents for both printed and on-line hypertext format. Familiarity with single-source publishing and document localization is a plus.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develops and refines instruction manuals, service documentation, product literature, applications notes, technical publications and specifications, publicity articles, press releases, trade show information, presentation material, and any other promotional information which helps the company sell its products and services.
- Works with Software Engineering in order to document the user interface for each Fischione product.
- Will need to develop an acute understanding of the Fischione technology in order to generate documentation for the products and their corresponding software.
- Will need to work with other professionals such as scientists, engineers, and production staff in order to understand the details of the products. After analyzing these details, will be responsible for preparing documentation based upon the gathered information.
- Needs to present highly complicated scientific language and technical procedures by writing clearly and explaining in an understandable manner.
- Develops standards for documentation style, terminology, clarity, and order.
- Follows appropriate documentation controls, policies, and procedures.
- Reviews the published material and suggests recommendations in terms of content, format, and methods of presentation to ensure that the information is correct.
- Maintains website content and items included on the FTP site.
- Responsible for arranging material for publication and distribution.
Requires a bachelor’s degree in the field of journalism, science, engineering, or English. Candidates with a scientific degree are preferred as is experience in life and physical science applications. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in a related position.
Individuals willing to work in a fast-paced environment, going through rapid growth and change are encouraged to apply.
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