Drafter

Quaker Windows•Freeburg, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drafter extracts information from initial project quotes, architectural drawings, and job specifications to create shop drawings. The role prepares working plans and detailed drawings for engineering or manufacturing purposes and reviews sketches and engineering specifications. Shop drawings must accurately portray project information, including floor plans, elevations, project-specific details, and special product applications. The drawings are used in customer approvals, factory orders, material fabrication, and product installation. The Drafter works with Customer Service Representatives and other Drafters to coordinate the drafting and takeoff process, follows established shop drawing procedures and drafting standards, and develops an understanding of Quaker products, accessories, and systems. This is a full-time, on-site position with workdays Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as duties demand.

Requirements

Minimum two-year Associate degree in drafting/CAD from a technical school or college.
Experience using AutoCAD software.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Knowledge of AutoCAD drafting software.
Ability to read and render architectural drawings.
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SolidWorks software.
Experience using SolidWorks software.
Knowledge of Quaker's products, accessories, and systems.

Responsibilities

Prepare multiple versions of design plans for review by engineers and architects using computer-aided design (CAD) drafting software.
Work from rough sketches and specifications created by engineers and architects.
Help design products using engineering and manufacturing techniques.
Create and modify drawings, including takeoffs, simple cut details, and elevation drawings, as directed and in accordance with product data guidelines.
Coordinate with Customer Service Representatives and other Drafters to facilitate the drafting and takeoff process in a timely manner.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of Quaker's products, accessories, and systems.
Maintain established shop drawing procedures and drafting standards.
Attend promptly and regularly at the assigned work location.
Communicate and interact appropriately with employees and customers.
Remain available on site to confer with staff members with whom regular interaction is required.
Communicate via email and prepare reports and work schedules.
Review and analyze data and information concerning product data guidelines.
Plan and prioritize drafting activities.
Meet productivity standards and complete assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner.