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McKee Foods

Manufactures snack cakes and bakery products

Senior Design Drafter / Design Drafter

Design EngineeringPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeCollegedale, TN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience are required.
  • Senior Design Drafter candidates must have at least five years of formal drafting experience.
  • Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD or similar software is required.
  • Excellent computer skills are required.
  • Strong math skills and the ability to accurately measure parts are required.
  • Demonstrated ability to research, analyze, and resolve design conflicts in fabrications and installations is required.
  • Ability to assemble and complete detailed drawing packages, including engineer final review, shop coordination, and installation support, is required.
  • Demonstrated excellence in relationship building with working partners, including peers, customers, and suppliers, while demonstrating a strong customer focus is required.

Responsibilities

  • Use computer-aided software to design equipment and prepare clear, concise, complete drawings with necessary details such as dimensions, materials, procedures, and calculations.
  • Verify and thoroughly check drawings for accuracy, errors, or omissions.
  • Select appropriate components for new design specifications by contacting vendors and manufacturers for information and reviewing equipment.
  • Prepare and submit work orders and material requisitions required for equipment and machinery fabrication and installation.
  • Correspond and collaborate with engineers, installation crews, Shops, and Purchasing.
  • Estimate total drafting time and coordinate estimates for fabrication and installation.
  • Take accurate field measurements for use in creating documents.
  • Coordinate and assist with equipment or product testing.
  • Support internal customers by providing part drawings and technical support.
  • Participate in project team meetings.
  • Generate and maintain project status reports.
  • Travel up to 30% as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • An A.S. degree in a technical field is preferred.
  • Experience in equipment design and knowledge of design principles are preferred.
  • Three or more years of formal drafting training are preferred.
  • Experience with Maximo, DBWorks, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Apps is preferred.
  • Familiarity with shop manufacturing processes is preferred.
  • Familiarity with detailed machine design and power transmission components is preferred.
  • Experience in piping design and equipment layout, including development of orthographic and isometric drawings, is preferred.

About the Company

McKee Foods

Manufactures snack cakes and bakery products

McKee Foods produces and sells snack foods, including Little Debbie, Drake’s Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery brands. Its work covers baking, packaging, and distributing a range of packaged baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and snack bars through grocery stores and other retailers. The products come from its bakeries and are sold under well-known brands with standardized recipes and packaging to ensure consistent taste and quality across locations. The company differentiates itself through its long history (since 1934), a family-owned culture that emphasizes work-life balance and employee growth, and a diverse brand portfolio that targets different snacking occasions. Its goal is to provide reliable, affordable snacks that families enjoy while maintaining steady business growth and a supportive workplace for its employees.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Collegedale, TN
Founded
Not listed

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