Drafter

Summit Truck Bodies; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Summit Truck Bodies is seeking a Production Drafter to create new design layouts, parts, weldments and assemblies for our rugged truck bodies. You will revise existing drawings, build bills of materials, and assign part numbers in coordination with Engineering and Sales.

A strong drafting background and fabrication experience are required to thrive in our fast-paced shop environment. Must be skilled in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor, and possess a High School diploma or equivalent with related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; drafting-related degree preferred.
• Experience or coursework in drafting and metal fabrication is required.
• Must have AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Strong documentation and math skills; able to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Prepare new product design layouts, parts, weldments and assemblies.
• Revise and correct existing drawings to meet specs.
• Create bills of materials and parts lists for assemblies.
• Assign part numbers per guidelines; work with Eng/Sales on direction.
• Document actions using production and quality forms; maintain safety.

Skills

Drafting fundamentals

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor’s degree in drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Description

Summit Truck Bodies is a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team. We are looking for a production drafter who will be responsible for preparing new product design layouts and drawings for parts, weldments and assemblies. If you are a motivated team player, who is committed to producing a high quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
• HSA and/or FSA
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program
• Missouri Western State University Tuition Partnership

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare new product design layout, part, weldment and assembly drawings.
• Revision and correct existing drawings.
• Create bills of materials and parts lists for assembly drawings.
• Assign part numbers per established guidelines.
• Work directly with Engineering Manager or Engineering Specialist and Sales to interpret project direction for the development or revision of the product
• Communicate with other departments as required for project work.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Maintain and wear all required personal protective safety equipment.
• Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stopping and stretching.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, copier machine and other office equipment.
• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, reports and computer terminals.
• Requires normal range of hearing and vision.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires working occasionally in areas that are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
• Must understand vague and implicit instructions, and react favorably in all work situations.
• Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for the organization at any given point in time.
• Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.
• Ability to receive and analyze data and input into the computer.
• Ability to do simple math calculations, input data into the computer and analyze data as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in drafting
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and MVR in good standing
• Must have basic knowledge and understanding of drafting fundamentals along with experience in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Experience in metal fabrication.
• Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to be responsive and highly efficient with relaying information.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass a post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

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