Job Description
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About Hawkins
Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributer, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.
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ABOUT THE JOB
The Technical Documentation Specialist is a key member of the Technical Service & Development (TS&D) team, working closely with Product Developers and cross functional teams to implement accurate and complete product documentation. This role requires attention to detail, strong technical aptitude, and effective communication skills. The position is responsible for managing product specifications and ensuring accurate data entry into Hawkins product information systems.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain and improve Product Specifications, Product Data Sheets, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
- Accurately input technical and quality product information into JD Edwards and related systems.
- Create and maintain Product Data Sheets for all new products.
- Ensure product information remains current through scheduled annual reviews and as development work requires.
- Collaborate across functional teams to identify and implement specification process efficiencies.
- Support audit compliance through adherence to corporate documentation management policies
ABOUT YOU:
- Bachelor of Science in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Chemistry, Biology) preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience in an industrial or technical environment preferred.
- Strong understanding of chemicals and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated active listening, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- JD Edwards experience a plus.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance organizations is a plus (e.g., FDA, EPA, Dept. of Agriculture).
- Familiarity with production/laboratory instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, ICP-OES, spectrophotometers, auto-titration systems) is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
TRAVEL
Travel not required
Expected Compensation: $60,000-70,% Bonus Eligibility
Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.
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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.
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