Arch Spec CAD Technician Job

Primary location:Marshfield,Missouri
Relocation offered:No
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel:No
Non-compete:No

The estimated base salary range for this role is "$45,000 to $55,000" per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Architectural Components Group, Inc. (ACGI), a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

This position reports to the Architectural Specialties (AS) MD CAD Supervisor and supports the product line for ACGI by providing solutions to internal and external customers through creating drawings to address complex installation and product issues utilizing two-dimensional and three-dimensional design software (AutoCAD, Inventor).

What's in it for you?

• Hands-on involvement in custom design projects, offering opportunities to create tailored solutions using industry-leading CAD software like AutoCAD and Inventor.
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams, enhancing both technical skills and communication in a supportive, low-travel setting.
• Growth potential in a specialized manufacturing field, with exposure to new product development and continuous process improvement.

What does a CAD Technician do?

Key Process Ownership - Primary:

• Manufacturing drawing process
• Works cooperatively with design CAD department, project managers, project coordinators and manufacturing plant to accurately interpret customer approved design and provide detailed drawings for manufacturing.
• Creates project drawing files - both paper and electronic, maintain electronic.
• Creates DXF project files to support CNC department.
• Creates Excel spreadsheets for shipping department and other spreadsheets as needed for cut lists and parts lists.
• Provides a vital link between the customer approved design and manufacturing plant, providing detailed drawings of products ready for manufacturing.
• Creates custom solutions for specific projects, including new product development, as assigned.

Key Process Ownership- Secondary:

• Communicate in person, by email and Teams in a clear and professional manner.
• Supports and continually learns about our custom wood products and manufacturing process.
• Works will design and manufacturing to revise drawings as needed, help update product details and improve the drawing and manufacturing process.
• Participates in conference calls with project management, project coordination and internal customers.
• Supports the sample process, as required.
• Participates in focus groups or special teams to help improve quality and processes.

As a member of the plant staff, this person provides active leadership toward achieving the overall plant objectives of safety, business excellence and commitment to our employees.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or Certificate in Computer-Aided Design, Architectural, Mechanical, Engineering or closely related field OR minimum 3 years of closely related work experience OR equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Well-developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and statistical analysis programs.
• Experience with AutoCAD 2D modeling

What will make you successful?

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; team player
• Self-starter with a strong ability to multi-task and juggle multiple responsibilities
• Detail oriented
• Willingness to learn and adapt to frequent changes in a custom manufacturing environment.

What will make you stand out?

• Experience with AutoCAD 3D Modeling
• Past experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will regularly be required to sit or stand at a desk using a computer. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Why should you join ACGI, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1.3B in revenue, AWI has about 3,600 employees and a manufacturing network of twenty-one facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Marshfield MO)

Architectural Components Group, Inc. (ACGI), a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of twenty AWI plants in North America.Our Marshfield plant in south western Missouriisconveniently located within 3 hours to large cities such as Tulsa, Kansas City, and St. Louis as well as within 30 minutes to thesmaller city of Springfield. However, it's rural attributes serve to also attract outdoorsmen and nature enthusiasts. Eight large lakes are within an hour's drive, two smaller lakesare within 30 minutes. All offer an array of outdoor opportunities including fishing, boating, skiing, and sailing. Hiking, biking, wildlife areas, streams, and other river opportunities are within a short drive including the Niangua and Compton Hollow Conservation Areas just outside of Marshfield's city limits.

ACGI, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisitionand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!