What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Draftsman position at Travis Pattern & Foundry?
Founded in 1922 by Paul N. Travis, Travis Pattern and Foundry began as a small business producing patterns for sand casting, having industrial casting become a major part of the business. The company experienced significant growth in the 1970’s when it began producing a proprietary line of irrigation products. Travis Pattern and Foundry celebrated 100 years in business in 2022!
Job Title: Draftsman
Job Description: Travis Pattern & Foundry is currently seeking a self-motivated Draftsman. The candidate will be responsible for Solid model and drawing creation in the design process to be submitted for fabrication of castings and tooling.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Create drawings in and designs for production and manufacturing
- Create solid models from reverse engineering and blueprints
- Create solid model assemblies for tooling and manufacturing equipment
- Work alongside tool and die makers to create and modify tooling
- Design parts and blueprints for machining
- Operate 3D printer for prototypes and patterns
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred skills
- Strong working knowledge of PC computer (Word/Excel/Outlook)
- Experience with solid modeling software, SolidWorks
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Education and Experience
- In process or completed A.A.S. in Mechanical Drafting or other related degree or certificate from a community college or technical school
- Foundational knowledge of CAD and SolidWorks software
- Foundational knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and physics
- Technical design skills
Hourly Wage Range: $22 - $29/hr DOE*
Schedule: M – F 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Position Classification: Hourly, non-exempt
Location: North Spokane site location (NO remote work, option)
*Wages are DOE, subject to a variety of factors including but not limited to: Prior relevant experience, education, and/or certifications in specific areas of skilled study.
Job is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen within 24-hours of acceptance. Pre-employment and random drug screening does not include marijuana.
Benefits (eligibility period applies):
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- PTO accrual / Paid Sick leave
- 8 - Paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer match
- Long-term disability Insurance (employer sponsored)
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
- Company sponsored employee appreciation events/lunches
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $29
