Technical Publication Specialist

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead. 

Are you a detail-driven communicator who thrives on translating complex technical information into clear, user-friendly content? Rite-Hite, an industry leader in industrial solutions, is seeking a Technical Publication Specialist to help elevate our technical documentation to the next level. 

Join a collaborative, supportive team where your voice matters—and where your experience with tools like Adobe InDesign can make an immediate impact. 

What You’ll Do

As a key contributor in our Technical Publications group, you’ll: 

·Write, edit, and format technical documentation including owner and installation manuals 

·Transform complex processes and engineering content into easy-to-follow visuals and text 

·Work with subject matter experts across engineering, product marketing, and sales to ensure accuracy and clarity 

·Ensure consistency across documents by applying established templates, standards, and regulatory guidelines 

· Drive content quality and user experience with a focus on clarity, reuse, and translation-readiness

·Coordinate regional versions and translations to support our growing international footprint 

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone with: 

·A 4-year degree in technical writing, publishing, communications, or a related field 

·5+ years of experience writing or editing technical documentation 

·Strong hands-on experience with Adobe InDesign and the Adobe Creative Suite 

·Ability to interpret engineering drawings and communicate with technical audiences 

·Excellent grammar, attention to detail, and organizational skills 

·Experience working with style guides, templates, version control, and file management best practices 

·Experience in visual formatting & graphic design for technical content

Bonus points if you’ve worked with: 

·Structured authoring tools, XML/HTML 

·Employee or product safety regulations (e.g., ANSI, CE) 

·Video or animation software and solutions

· Translation vendors or international documentation 

Why Join Rite-Hite

· Stable, family-owned company with a long-term vision 

·Hybrid work flexibility and a collaborative team environment 

·Make an immediate impact on growing global product lines 

·Be part of shaping how our technical documentation scales for the future 

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.