CAD Operator

VSP Technologies; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

VSP Technologies is seeking a CAD Operator to create, modify, and release precise drawings using AutoCAD. You will work from diverse sources including customer sketches and production specs, adhering to standard drawing conventions and performing self-checks for accuracy.

This full-time role involves collaborating with multiple departments to ensure information fidelity, supporting production equipment, and maintaining controlled drawings within VSP folders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AutoCAD certification or equivalent CAD certification is required.
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and release drawings using CAD systems.
• Work from drawings, sketches, customer drawings or specifications.
• Follow established drawing standards and ensure accuracy.
• Self-check work for completeness and compliance with standards.
• Manage controlled drawings within VSP folders.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure correct information in drawings.
• Provide technical support for production equipment and upgrades.
• Coordinate with IT support and equipment manufacturers as needed.
• Support production team to meet service expectations and continuous improvement.

Skills

AutoCAD experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AutoCAD certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

CAD Operator

The CAD Operator operates the CAD system and produces clear and technically accurate drawings based on design specifications.

Essential Functions

• Work with CAD systems creating, modifying, and releasing drawings
• Work from drawings, sketches or scanned images, customer drawings or specifications
• Use the accepted drawing standards as guidelines
• Self-check own work for completeness, accuracy, compliance to standards
• Manage controlled drawings within VSP folders
• Work closely with other departments to ensure that the drawings convey the correct information
• Support other departments for continuous improvement and development of processes and products
• Provide technical support to include trouble shooting, repairs and upgrades for production equipment
• Working closely with internal and external IT support as well as equipment manufacturers
• Provide support to the production team as needed
• Must have in depth training and knowledge of all production processes and equipment function
• Partner with the sales team and other departments to meet and exceed customer’s service expectations
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate that will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness
• Project a favorable image of the company to promote, foster, and enhance public recognition of the company and its products and services
• Adheres to all company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures as outlined in the VSP Health & Safety Manual. Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace in alignment with VSP standards

Experience / Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• AutoCAD certification or equivalent CAD certification
• Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Valid driver’s license

VSP Technologies provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, political affiliation or veteran status. For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may request assistance by contacting Human Resources at 804-668-1026.

Job Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plus company match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement