Drafting Material Planner

GULF ISLAND LLC; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Wage Access

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Safety Awards

Company Store

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Gulf Island LLC in Houma, LA is seeking a Drafting Material Planner to support production by managing material processes, BOM changes, and coordination with Purchasing. The role involves reading blueprints and performing take-offs for procurement.

The candidate should be proficient in drafting software like AutoCAD, have basic math/trig, and be able to work independently and in a team, with on-site visits to fabrication yards.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and trigonometry.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Able to multitask and work independently.
• Reliable commute to Houma office.
• Pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Pass background check.
• Experience drafting or material planning preferred (fabrication or oil and gas).

Responsibilities

• Prepare material takeoffs from design drawings for estimation and procurement.
• Manage material process and participate in cross-functional material process improvement projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints such as structural framing and piping isometrics.
• Determine measurements, angles, dimensions, and quantities for fabrication.
• Update BOM changes and ensure visibility of engineering changes or lost/damaged materials.
• Work with Purchasing to place purchase orders timely.
• Perform periodic field visits and provide on-site technical support.
• Support QHS&E management system through safety and environmental actions.
• Operate AutoCAD and drafting tools on Windows 11.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Teamwork

Independent worker

Math/trigonometry

Commute to office

Education

Associate degree in Drafting Technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD 2025

Inventor / Fusion 360

Bluebeam

Windows 11

Job description

Drafting Material Planner

Gulf Island Houma, Louisiana, United States

About this position

Description:

Main Purpose:

The Material Planner is responsible for supporting production. The functions of this position include management of the material process including expediting purchased parts, outsourced products, lost and damaged material etc.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare material take offs using design drawings for estimating and procurement of materials purposes
• Manage the material process while working cross functionally on material related process improvement projects to ensure our success
• Read and interpret industry blueprints such as structural framing and piping isometrics
• Read and derive measurements, angles, dimensions, and quantity of material needed to fabricate a structure
• Ensure changes to the Bill of Materials (BOM), including engineering change, lost, damaged and transfered materials are given high visibility
• Work with Purchasing to ensure purchase orders are placed in a timely manner
• Perform periodic field visits and provide on-site technical support
• Participate in the Company's QHS&E Management System through quality performance, through actions that safeguard the environment and through actions that enhance health and safety in the workplace
• Operate handheld calculators, compass, scales, drafting tools, and a P.C./IBM compatible workstation with Windows 11, AutoCAD 2025 applications
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Requirements:

Job Requirements:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and a basic understanding of Trigonometry
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic understanding of drafting principles
• Must be able to multi-task
• Ability to read blueprints
• Must be able to reliably commute to office location in Houma, LA
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience and Training:

• Associate's Degree or Certificate of Technical Studies in Drafting Technology or related field
• Experience in drafting or material planning within the Fabrication or Oil and Gas industry
• Experience in AutoCAD
• Experience in 3D modeling

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending, and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Office equipment
• Software including Adobe, Excel, Bluebeam, and 3D modeling such as Inventor and Fusion 360

Environmental Conditions:

This role is within an office environment. 20% percent of the work activities are performed outside, within a fabrication yard environment conducting yard tours and jobsite visits. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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