Senior Drafter

Senior Drafter

Prepares documents and drawings for plant fabrication and builder erection of materials, based on the order documents, design package, and drafting procedures. They ensure the drafting is accurate, complete, and includes all appropriate drawings and documentation. The complexity of orders will consist mainly of moderate to high levels, with special assignments based on the drafter's abilities. The Senior Drafter mentors other drafters and employees by providing guidance on application and compliance of Chief's practices. This position also reviews documents prepared by other drafters to ensure compliance with Chief's procedures, followed by providing constructive feedback.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain computer literacy in AutoCAD, FOCUS, MBS, IFS and other tools/systems available.
• Prepare erection drawings with accurate part identification, quantities, and complete sections and details for proper installation of materials.
• Prepare fabrication documents that include accurate part identification, quantities, material utilization, and complete information about holes, clips, and plates in assemblies.
• Keep accurate records of project hours, time worked, and group leader informed of schedule status and potential delays.
• Establish positive constructive communication with all stakeholders.
• Cultivate skills and practices to generate work products with high quality, efficiency, and service.
• Provide constructive feedback upon reviewing documents prepared by other drafters for compliance with Chief's procedures.
• Make recommendations to management for improving processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on multiple drafting processes and product applications.

Education:

• High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, South Carolina.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including:

• Paid vacation/time off
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Experience:

Required 8-12 years:

Metal building experience