Drafter

Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Results-oriented environment

Transparent company culture

Job summary

A leading lumber company in Minneapolis seeks a Drafter for its Architectural Millwork Production Department. The role involves producing accurate mechanical shop drawings for custom cabinets and collaborating with project managers and production leads. Candidates should have a drafting certificate, experience in architectural drafting, and robust technical skills, including proficiency with AutoCAD. Join a company renowned for its commitment to quality and integrity, fostering long-term relationships and professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of architectural drafting experience.
• Proficient technical and computer skills.
• Experience reading architectural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical shop drawings for custom cabinets.
• Work closely with project managers and production lead.
• Ensure final designs are accurate and submitted on time.

Skills

Reading architectural drawings

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Math skills

Education

2-year drafting certificate or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Founded on a commitment to building lasting and trusting relationships with customers, Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co. (Shaw/Stewart) delivers by responding to customer needs and providing creative custom solutions. For more than 135 years, Shaw/Stewart has served the Twin Cities’ luxury homebuilders, remodelers and commercial general contractors.

WE CAN’T DO IT WITHOUT YOU

As a Drafter in our Architectural Millwork Production Department, you will produce mechanical shop drawings to produce custom cabinets in our shop. The Drafter works closely with project managers, the engineering manager and the production lead, to ensure final designs are accurate and submitted in a deadline driven environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Complete and Accurate Submittal Drawings
• Timely Work Orders and Programming
• Detailed Shop Drawings
• Effective Communication with Project Management and Shop Manager

THIS IS YOU

The successful Drafter is experienced in reading and working with architectural drawings. They possess the ability to focus on drawings for extended periods of time and are highly detailed, accurate and organized. Exceptional critical thinking skills will help identify problem areas within plans and designs. Strong math and technical skills will contribute to success in this role.

• 2-year drafting certificate or equivalent
• 2+ years of architectural drafting experience
• Proficient technical and computer skills
• AutoCad Experience
• Experience reading architectural drawings

Preferred:

• CNC programming experience

THE SHAW/STEWART LUMBER CO. WAY

Value to Employees: Shaw/Stewart offers employees the opportunity to drive their careers in a results-oriented environment. As an employer who values relationships over transactions, Shaw/Stewart employees can expect transparency, integrity, and loyalty.

Company Culture: As a respected and well-known industry leader, Shaw/Stewart focuses heavily on providing quality products and exceptional service to customers. It’s evident in Shaw/Stewart’s focus on continuous improvement in day-to-day activities and company core values:

• Integrity - Do the right thing, even when it’s not popular.
• Exceedingly High Standards - Take pride in our work knowing it’s a reflection of us.
• Be a Champion - Be confident, positive, and humble.
• Customers for Life - The lifetime value of the customer is our priority.
• Ownership - Take full responsibility for the outcome of our actions.

Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.