Drafter

$55,000 - $65,000/Yr

Konik And Company - Lakeville, MN

Full-time - Entry Level

Lakeville, MN

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Mechanical Drafter position at a local metal fabrication company in Lakeville, MN, is a temp-to-hire role focused on creating and maintaining product and material libraries using industry-standard software. The role involves collaboration with the production team, managing customer-specific projects, and ensuring the accuracy and quality of technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct coordination meetings with the production team to ensure smooth project hand-offs.
• Prioritize and manage customer-specific projects.
• Gather and organize data to complete drawings, coordinating directly with customers.
• Develop shop drawings from architectural plans, design sketches, or conceptual ideas.
• Plan and layout technical drawings according to industry standards.
• Oversee corrections and revisions to shop drawings, adjusting as needed.
• Maintain a comprehensive drawing log and list.
• Provide technical input to support the quoting process.
• Assist with procurement by preparing material lists and assessing vendor quotations.
• Review technical aspects and suggest improvements to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Demonstrate initiative in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the custom metal fabrication industry.
• An AAS degree in drafting or a closely related field is highly preferred.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, as well as interior design and architectural/structural drawings.
• Familiarity with commercial building construction is an asset.
• Proven capability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively within a team.
• Advanced technical drafting skills.
• Competence in basic math and geometry, with the ability to calculate various figures like interest, proportions, percentages, areas, circumferences, and volumes.
• Analytical skills to identify problems, gather information, and draw accurate conclusions.
• Ability to interpret complex technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, design software, manufacturing software, and internet tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt to fast-paced environments, tight deadlines, and shifting priorities.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with commercial building construction.