CAD Drafter jobs in West Des Moines, IA

CAD Drafter – Power Sports Mfg.

Department:   Innovation & Development

Reports To:  Innovation & Development Engineer

FLSA Status:   Hourly, Non-Exempt

Amount of Travel Required:   up to 35%

Job Status:     Full-Time

Positions Supervised:  None

Schedule:  M-F

 At Janco, we firmly believe our purpose is to Glorify God and serve the world with simplified solutions. 

Our Core Values:

CUSTOMER-DRIVEN: We create success for our customers by delivering quality products and services.

TEAMWORK:  We work together toward a common purpose.

BE OUR BEST:  We serve our customers with passion, energy, and confidence.

EMPOWER: We inspire courage, creativity, and continuous improvement.

RESPECT: We are straightforward with open minds and kind hearts.

FAMILY: We care for one another and appreciate each other’s unique gifts.

We are Janco Industries, a family owned and operated business delivering results, reliability, and dependability since 1993.  We are proud to own and manufacture the entire Handy product line of high-quality motorcycle/ATV/UTV lifts, shop equipment and accessories.

We are seeking an energetic self-starter who has a passion for innovation and the power sports world and the desire to support our development team to achieve our goals.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Drafter will follow established procedures to create product part and technical drawings that translate designs into detailed plans used for the production of products. 

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION STATEMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare detailed assembly and part drawings for new or existing products according to company standards.
• Update existing and prepare new computer models, prints, and drawings using Inventor/SolidWorks software.
• Create accurate and complete Bill of Materials for parts or assemblies for production use.
• Correspond with vendors to identify best sourced cost, quality and components.
• Perform cost estimates for customer RFQ’s.
• Distribute completed documentation and communicate updates and modifications.
• Review engineering drawing and designs to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for new projects or products.
• Collaborate internally to ensure required product specifications and to discuss and interpret design concepts and requirements.
• Comply with safety procedures and rules.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Demonstrates company core values.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work in a team environment and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to multitask and manage several projects at a time.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to take direction from project managers and engineers.
• Ability to manage time well to complete projects within the required timeframe.
• Communication skills with an emphasis on reading and writing for creating documentation and reports.
• Creative, out of the box thinker.
• Mechanically minded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:  Associates degree in Mechanical Drafting or related field preferred

Experience:  Metal fabrication environment with shop floor experience is a plus

Computer Skills:  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Certificates & Licenses:  N/A

Other Requirements: Knowledge of Auto Cad, Inventor or Solid Works Software, 3D Modeling, experience using CMM a plus.

BENEFITS

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K Matching
• No weekends
• Paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand                               O

Walk                                O

Sit                                     F

Handling/Fingering        C

Reach Outward               O       

Reach Above Shoulder   O

Climb                                O

Crawl                                N

Squat, Kneel, Bend          O

 N (NOT APPLICABLE)                     Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (OCCASIONALLY)                       Occupation requires this activity 0 – 2.5 hours/day

F (FREQUENTLY)                            Occupation required this activity 2.5 – 5.5 hours/day

C (CONSTANTLY                             Occupation requires this activity 5.5 hours/day

Other Physical Requirements: Safety-toe shoes, protective eye wear when entering the shop.  Ability to lift 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work may be equally performed in a climate-controlled office environment as well as on the shop floor in a non-climate-controlled environment.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform within another function to support business needs, as the Company may deem appropriate.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Janco is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination of age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected class.