FABRICATION DRAFTER

Job Description

Job Title: Drafter (Architectural Metal Fabrication)

Company: Johnson Metal Works

About Us: Johnson Metal Works is an established custom metal fabrication company known for our innovative and high-quality architectural metalwork. Our in-house capabilities include laser cutting, a 250-ton sheet metal brake, welding, and finishing. We serve industry companies, OEMs, architects, and general contractors. Join our dynamic team and help bring our customers' visions to life.

Role Overview: As a Drafter at Johnson Metal Works, you'll play a pivotal role in our production workflow. Collaborate closely with our skilled fabrication team to strategize and design creatively, with an emphasis on manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and functionality. You'll work on projects ranging from simple cut/form jobs to large-scale architectural designs.

Responsibilities:

- Create detailed and accurate drawings and 3D models.

- Determine the order of work and method of presentation, such as orthographic or isometric drawing.

- Develop fabrication drawings for customer review and approval, including nesting and assembly drawings.

- Complete and duplicate drawings and documentation packages according to required specifications.

- Exhibit excellent document control and organization, both digitally and physically.

- Identify and clarify any inconsistencies in specifications to ensure designs meet all requirements.

- Work closely with internal and external customers, including prefabrication and fabrication crews.

- Strive for solutions and demonstrate a team-player attitude, willing to adjust designs for others' needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

- Post-secondary education or equivalent experience.

- Proficiency in 3D modeling using SolidWorks, DraftSight, and/or AutoCAD.

- Strong understanding of technical documents, plans, and drawings.

- Excellent time management, organization, and independent judgment skills.

- Acute attention to detail.

Preferred:

- Knowledge of metal fabrication processes, drawing, and welding symbols.

- Strong analytical and math skills.

- Ability to prioritize and multitask.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Operating Systems & Microsoft Office applications.

- Familiar with Bluebeam.

- Familiar with ERP software or Fulcrum.

- Precise, organized, creative, and able to meet deadlines.

- Able to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with the team.

- Willingness to learn new procedures and organizational software.

- Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits:

- Competitive salary based on experience.

- 100% company-funded health insurance.

- 50% company-funded dental and vision insurance.

- Paid Time Off Accrual (vacation, sick leave, holidays).

- 401K with company match.

- Company profit-sharing.

- Flexible scheduling.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter in PDF format, including examples of your work. Check out our website [johnsonmetalworks.com]( and our Instagram to see who we are and what we do.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Minimum 1 year

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Setting: Manufacturing facility

Location: In-office position

Full-time