Mechanical Drafter (Protein Processing Equipment)

Cozzini, LLC.; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Cozzini, LLC. in Algona, Iowa is seeking a precise Mechanical Drafter to join our Engineering team. This role involves creating and managing technical drawings and project documentation.

Candidates should have strong 2D/3D drafting skills and proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. We offer competitive benefits, including medical insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in Mechanical Drafting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Strong understanding of ANSI dimensioning and geometric detailing practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor to create detailed technical drawings.
• Process engineering change notices efficiently.
• Partner closely with engineering and shop floor production teams.

Skills

2D/3D drafting skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor

Understanding of ANSI dimensioning

Knowledge of machining and welding

Education

Associate degree or certification in Mechanical Drafting

Job description

Cozzini, a Middleby company, is a global leader in high-performance food processing equipment, serving the protein and pet food industries worldwide. Headquartered in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, with a major manufacturing facility in Algona, Iowa, Cozzini is deeply committed to innovation, engineering quality, and internal employee growth. We offer rewarding career opportunities in a highly collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a precise, detail-oriented Mechanical Drafter to join our Engineering team in Algona, Iowa. Reporting directly to the Director of Equipment Manufacturing, you will provide critical engineering support to our production operations by creating, maintaining, and controlling technical drawings and project documentation.

If you have strong 2D/3D drafting skills, a keen eye for manufacturing details, and want to see your designs transition seamlessly from software to the production floor, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Drafting & Design Support:
  • Utilize AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor to create, modify, and maintain detailed technical drawings for machining and welding departments.
  • Process engineering change notices (ECNs) efficiently, updating existing drawings to maintain production accuracy.
• Manufacturing Documentation & Data Management:
  • Process critical manufacturing drawings, including plot files and production work orders.
  • Assign and enter new part numbers into the MRP system, establishing clear product structures and accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner closely with engineering and shop floor production teams to smoothly implement documentation updates and real-time project changes.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

Requirements

• Associate degree or certification in Mechanical Drafting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Strong understanding of ANSI dimensioning and geometric detailing practices preferred
• Knowledge of machining, welding, and quality control practices is a plus
• Experience in food processing equipment manufacturing is a plus

Cozzini, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.