Technical Writer

Yamaha Motor USA

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Cypress, CA

Why you should apply for a job to Yamaha Motor USA:

  • The Yamaha Women’s Alliance is an ERG that supports women in the organization, empowering them to reach their professional goals.
  • We value the health and safety of our employees therefore, offer low-cost benefits and medical offerings that are second to none.
  • We believe that all employees should experience the thrill of utilizing our products, as such, employees are able to borrow our product.
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    Position summary

    dit product labels, specifically Yamalube® oil and chemical products, and confirm that the content meets applicable industry and regulatory standards.

    • Write and/or edit divisional sales and marketing content, including, but not limited to, copy for catalogs, product brochures, manuals, other promotional materials, internal corporate communications, course/training textbooks and materials, and contracts and forms.

    • Develop a strong understanding of Yamaha's legal guidelines, standards, and responsibilities pertaining to product liability, safety, risk management, intellectual property, government relations, compliance, trademarks, etc. Ensure said guidelines are strictly followed and addressed in all content created and/or edited.

    • Write and proofread other documents as needed, with emphasis on creativity, style, grammar, spelling, clarity, and adherence to Yamaha guidelines.

    • Promote a consistent corporate identity by working within and enforcing established Yamaha visual identity guidelines and internal Yamaha Style Guide.

    What you need to be successful:

    • A Bachelor's Degree in Technical Writing, English, Journalism, or related discipline is preferred but not required in lieu of solid, writing-based work experience that can be demonstrated with a strong portfolio of technical writing samples.

    • Proficient in MS Office (specifically Word and Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.

    • Very strong written and verbal communication abilities.

    • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment where excellent time management is critical.

    • Familiarity/experience in the motorsports market and technical/mechanical product knowledge a plus.

    Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

    What's in it for you:

    • 401(k) and Profit Sharing

    • Fertility Benefits

    • 37.5 hour work-week

    • Medical, Dental, Vision

    • Life and AD&D Insurance

    • Wellness Program

    • Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)

    • Long-Term Disability

    • Student Debt Repayment Benefits

    • Ability to borrow Yamaha product

    Reports to: Department Manager

    Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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    Why you should apply for a job to Yamaha Motor USA:

  • The Yamaha Women’s Alliance is an ERG that supports women in the organization, empowering them to reach their professional goals.
  • We value the health and safety of our employees therefore, offer low-cost benefits and medical offerings that are second to none.
  • We believe that all employees should experience the thrill of utilizing our products, as such, employees are able to borrow our product.