CAD Programming/Purchaser

Closet Factory Inc; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Closet Factory Inc is seeking a dedicated candidate for a role focused on managing cut lists and supporting CAD design processes. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, familiarity with CAD software, and a commitment to ensuring project accuracy and efficiency. With full-time, year-round work and a supportive training environment, this position offers an excellent opportunity for career growth in a stable company known for valuing its employees.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Best Training in the Industry

Full time/Year round work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Previous Drafting/Design/CAD experience or current enrollment in related schooling is preferred.
• Ability to work with decimals and fractions and read tape measures is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure jobs are cut listed properly to assure smooth installation.
• Maintain the SalesForce systems for cut list projects.
• Ensure all necessary parts for installations are identified and ordered.

Skills

Computer usage

Basic math

Reading measurements

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current enrollment in Drafting/Design/CAD schooling

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Functional Responsibilities:

The broadly defined areas of Cut List, including:

1. Achieving Major Operational KPI’s .

Achieve and maintain key performance targets for:

• Ensure jobs are cut listed properly to insure smooth installation and minimize rework.
• Ensure machining instructions from KCD/Plan-it or other CAD software are working properly and producing error-free parts.
• Identify and order materials and special orders to insure no delays in manufacturing and installation due to material/parts availability.
• Work with Designers to identify any design elements that are unclear or need further explanation.

2. ClosetWare

• Maintain and serve the system (SalesForce) and ensure all available cut list projects and purchasing are completed and updated immediately.
• Report late or incomplete designs/missing paperwork to a supervisor immediately to ensure cut lists are available to the shop floor for on-time manufacturing.

3. Jobs Ready

• Ensure all parts necessary for the installation are clearly identified. These include special orders, inventoried parts (slides/hinges/lineal/etc.).
• Ensure all special orders and materials are available on time for production to begin on schedule.
• Have all open questions or concerns addressed prior to the job going to the manufacturing floor.
• Ensure all job Packets are well identified with client name/number prominently displayed for easy identification.

4. Computer/CAD/Designs

• Be able to read designs/plans and identify exceptions.
• Understand the fundamentals of design and design rules; act as a second check to ensure design will work as presented.
• Have a thorough understanding of CAD software being used: KCD/Plan-it/or other digital or manual cut lists.
• Maintain parts/machining libraries and coordinate any changes with manufacturing, sales and installation.
• Ensure all computer equipment is updated, backed-up, and maintained.
• Keep your work area clean and well organized.
• Get cross trained on as many areas of Factory operations as possible. .
• Be knowledgeable of software utilized to run major manufacturing equipment.

5. Purchasing, Production, Installation And Sales Support

• Work with production and installation to ensure all CAD related software instructions are correct.
• Review any unclear jobs with sales/management personnel.
• Meet with sales personnel on a regular basis to provide feedback and suggestions for design accuracy.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma Or Equivalent
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Familiarity and understanding of computer & software usage
• Comprehensive understanding of basic math and the ability to work with decimals and fractions
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure
• Previous Drafting/Design/CAD experience or current enrollment in related schooling

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Best Training in the Industry
• Full time/Year round work (We have never had a layoff in our entire history!)

We recognize people as our most valuable asset and will train you to excel in your position. A future with Closet Factory has never been brighter. If you are thinking about taking the next big step in your career, this may be the opportunity you have been waiting for.