Drafter jobs in Madison, WI

Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is looking to hire full-time Engineer Drafter to join our team at our Madison, WI facility to create exciting new retail store fixtures and point of purchase (POP) displays. Do you enjoy tackling a new challenge every day? Are you ready to build your career with an industry leader? Are you innovative and creative? Are you customer-focused? Are you an energetic team player with a can-do attitude? If so, you might just be perfect for this Industrial Engineering Drafter position! If so, please read on!

What will my day look like?

As a Drafter, you will turn rough sketches, CAD layouts, and notes into precise detailed plans to manufacture retail store fixtures and point of purchase displays for our customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for drafting and design support to multiple design teams involved with conceptual, preliminary and final design. Common job duties will include:

• Develop detailed design drawings and specifications using AutoCAD & Solid Works under the supervision of engineers.
• Create material yield layouts, 3D model packaging diagrams and assembly instructions.
• Research and specify materials to be used on products; determine tools, equipment, and supplies for production.
• Work directly with the design team helping bring concept generation to working prototypes and models for production.
• Stay connected with project and provide hands-on work with prototype and production orders.
• Interact with design and engineering teams to ensure bill of materials (BOM) are accurate and up to date. Review and audit BOM's to ensure they reflect the latest manufacturing practices.
• Review and analyze specifications, sketches, drawings, ideas, and related data affecting engineering and manufacturing procedures.
• Assist in maintaining document control and produce bill of materials using Excel.

What experience and skills do I need to be successful?

• Associate's degree and 1-2 years experience or the equivalent combination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and computer-aided design software, AutoCAD and Solidworks
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and materials a plus
• Ability to think and work efficiently
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
• Takes initiative and follow through on tasks
• Self-starter and excellent communicator
• Experience with furniture, cabinets, retail displays, or merchandising would be a huge plus

What will my schedule look like?

This full time role generally works office hours Monday-Friday 8a-5p. We can be flexible on start and end times as long as you are meeting business needs.

Amazing Perks and Benefits Package:

This Engineering Drafter position pays a competitive wage commensurate with direct experience, skills, and time spent in the manufacturing industry. We also offer fantastic benefits and perks including 4 different health insurance plan options through Quartz, dental and vision insurance through Delta, a 401(k) plan with 50 cents paid for every dollar contributed up to 6% of your salary, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurances through Unum, paid time off, 6 paid company holidays, an Employee Assistant Program for all employees starting day 1 providing 5 free mental health counseling sessions annually, monthly perfect attendance awards, employee appreciation lunches and awards, free apparel on your work anniversary, coworkers that feel like family, and unlimited opportunities for training and growth. This is only a sampling of what of your total rewards package- learn more when you join the team!

Tell me more about Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC)...

We are an employee-centric company of 50 employees and growing where the leadership knows not just your name, but what's important to you. We believe that our continued success is dependent on the well-being of our valued employees. This is proven by our investment in a competitive benefits package, competitive pay, internal career paths, and the incredible 60 percent of our team that has been with the company 15 years or longer. We are rapidly growing and need great people to take us into the next chapter of UPC success.

For over 45 years, we have been a family owned manufacturing retail store fixtures and point-of-purchase displays in Madison, WI. We cater to a wide range of industries including stationery, gift, housewares, home appliances, and sporting goods. We have become the industry leader in designing and manufacturing quality fixtures and displays for consumer products and are proud that our products are made in America! We are unique because we have many processes done in-house. We work with a variety of materials on a daily basis. Our processes include: large format printing, silk screening, CNC machining, vacuum forming, edge banding, finishing, plastic fabrication, custom/studio work, assembly and packaging, warehouse and shipping.

So how do I join?

First step is applying by submitting your application and resume. If your qualifications look like a fit, we will reach out to learn more in a phone conversation. If we both agree to move forward after our initial discussion, we'll invite you onsite to meet our team and tour the facility. It's important to UPC to hire team members that are a great fit for our long-term success.

Universal Presentation Concepts (UPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Diversity is valued and UPC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.