CAD Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to join our team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you will be part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health.

About the Role

This role involves operating a CAD system to update a variety of drawings (flow diagrams, P&ID's, mechanical, piping and piping isometrics, tank drawings, including miscellaneous civil and structural drawings, equipment layouts).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all technical documentation is accurate and optimized for efficient production.
• Collaborate with engineers, production staff, and quality teams to update designs or documentation issues.
• Suggest and implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideas.
• Assist in the preparation of work instructions and/or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Create and revise 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and assemblies for manufacturing components and systems.
• Review engineering sketches, specifications, and customer requirements to produce accurate technical drawings.
• Maintain site drawing system file including standards, templates, and documentation according to company and industry guidelines.
• Avoid repetitive tasks by suggesting and implementing process improvements.

Requirements

• Associates degree in drafting, CAD technology, mechanical/electrical design, or 2+ years' equivalent work experience in similar industry-related field.
• Possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical design, or 5 years of trade experience in a similar industry-related field.
• Excellent oral, written, and computer communication skills.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Specialized training in AutoCAD 2D drawing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access with MS SQL experience is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-function teams to stay on task with limited supervision.
• Must be self-motivated and strive for success.

Qualifications

• Physical Requirements: Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over and reach above head less than an hour a day; minimal lifting or carrying of 50 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work. Position requires the ability to climb ladders and be at high levels.
• Work Conditions: Fast-paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines.
• Physical Requirements: Position requires the ability to sit for a minimum of 6 hours per day; stand, walk, bend over and reach above head less than an hour a day; minimal lifting or carrying of 50 pounds occasionally and repetitive use of hands/arms for writing and computer work. Position requires the ability to climb ladders and be at high levels.
• Work Conditions: Fast-paced bio-chemical/chemical/dry blending manufacturing environment working both in office & plant settings. May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines.

Skills

• Excellent oral, written, and computer communication skills.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar).
• Specialized training in AutoCAD 2D drawing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access with MS SQL experience is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-function teams to stay on task with limited supervision.
• Must be self-motivated and strive for success.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity, 401(k) with Company Contributions, Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, Effective Day 1 Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement, Work Flexibility, Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities, Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization, and Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support.

Pay

$29.00 - $35.00/hour

Schedule

On-site role based out of our Raleigh, NC location.

Contact Information

Ajinomoto is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by state, federal, or local law.