Job Title: Drafting Supervisor
Department: R&D
Reports To: Director of Engineering
SUMMARY: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Drafting Supervisor to join our team. The Drafting Supervisor will oversee and coordinate the activities of the drafting department, ensuring that projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to effectively manage a team.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supervision and Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to the drafting team, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring that all team members are performing at their best.
- Project Management: Oversee all drafting projects from start to finish, including coordinating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure that project requirements are met.
- Quality Control: Review and approve drafts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company standards and project requirements.
- Training and Development: Mentor and train drafting team members to improve their skills and knowledge and provide ongoing feedback and support for professional growth.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Resource Allocation: Manage resources efficiently, including personnel, equipment, and software, to optimize productivity and meet project deadlines.
- Technical Expertise: Stay current with industry trends and advancements in drafting technology and software, and provide guidance on best practices and tools to improve efficiency and quality.
- Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, and project management teams to coordinate drafting efforts and ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of project details, including drawings, specifications, and revisions, and provide regular reports on project status and performance.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve excellence.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, with the ability to ensure compliance in all drafting activities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
