Drafter

Job description

JOB TITLE: Drafter

DEPARTMENT: Office

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

SUMMARY: Provides Sales and/or Manufacturing with detailed drawings that drive precision and consistency, thus enabling the company to achieve its production and profit objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produces accurate CAD drawings that communicate to the customer or employees in a manner that eliminates the opportunity for error; produces drawings from verbal instructions and field data.
• Ensures the soundness of the structural drawings including but not limited to concrete walls, covers, and bases.
• Creates detailed drawings according to company’s plan standards.
• Revises drawings in a timely manner per approved plan change requests.
• Searches out ways of reducing construction costs and adding value.
• Maintains an organized and efficient workspace.
• Prepares all necessary reports and paperwork.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of industry and developing technology.
• Performs other CAD related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Acute attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
• Proficient on SOLIDWORKS (CSWA Certification preferred) and/or AutoCAD.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
• Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

COMPETENCIES:

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read

technical information, and/or use a keyboard Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds

• Additional remarks regarding the work environment: Office setting connected to a manufacturing plant.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Zumbrota, MN 55992: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

Experience:

• SolidWorks: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Zumbrota, MN 55992: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Drafting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24