Drafting Technician

Great Plains Mfg•Assaria, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a Drafting Technician to provide 3D modeling and 2D drawing support to engineers developing agricultural equipment. This position works Mon-Thurs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and is based in our facility in Assaria, KS.

Requirements

1-2 years of experience as a Drafter or Technical Illustrator
Experience with Creo Parametric or similar 3D modeling software
Experience with spreadsheets and file management software
Attention to detail
Understanding of manufacturing methods
Knowledge of farming practices and equipment
Ability to communicate clearly and in a fast-paced environment within a diverse group

Responsibilities

Develop detailed drawings of new and revised parts and assemblies in Creo according to 3D models, engineering sketches, and design proposals
Dimension and annotate drawings to clearly communicate requirements to production
Create exploded view drawings to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines
Position instructions, symbols, and comments onto drawings that illustrate and describe installation and maintenance details
Assist design team with prototype and production releases of new and revised parts, weldments, and assemblies in PTC Windchill
Create tooling work orders and deliver drawings to tooling department for all new tooling and tooling revisions
Work in conjunction with engineers to design, layout, or detail components and systems
Create or revise 3D solid models as requested
Produce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems
Provide technical support to manufacturing, quality, and supply management organizations