Design Assistant

Bradford Company • Holland, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist the Design Team in building prototype samples, component parts, shipping cartons, and routine maintenance of Design Lab equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or vocational school certificate; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Able to interpret CAD drawings.
• Able to envision three dimensional and isometric images mentally.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fraction/decimal and English/metric conversion, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to work with shop equipment such as band saw, table saw, drill press, router, knives, etc. as well as a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to proficiently use Excel, Microsoft applications, and Company’s ERP software.
• Attain established standards of cybersecurity training, including awareness and best practices, through ongoing company provided training when provided with a company email account and phone number.

Nice To Haves

• Assisting with testing equipment
• Entry level design projects
• Learning CAD
• Building Account Manager designed samples

Responsibilities

• Build prototype samples as requested.
• Maintain lab equipment and inventories as directed.
• Test designs as directed.
• Assist by operating Design Lab related CAD/CAM equipment.
• Communicate activities, ideas, suggestions, and options verbally and in writing as requested by management.
• Practice and promote safe work practices.
• Ensure workmanship of the highest quality standards, while meeting productivity goals.
• Proactively help to create and work within a team-based environment and practice effective communication skills.
• Train other team members and retain and apply job knowledge.
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Company 401(k) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Climate controlled facility
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life & AD&D insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED