Detailed Draughtsperson

Solitec Limited are a manufacturer of materials handling equipment (OEM) for the dry bulk solids material and powders handling/processing industry.  We are a well-established global supplier of high-quality equipment to diverse industry sectors and world renowned ‘blue chip’ companies that include the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and aggregates sectors.

We manufacture high quality, durable, reliable products which continue to deliver value for our customers over its lifetime.

We are proud to be a family business and work as a team, so all our employees feel a sense of inclusion, support and belonging.

Due to our continual growth, we have a new position for a Detailed Draughtsperson based in our premises at Blaenavon.   

If you are customer focused, solutions orientated and strive for excellence then you could be just what our business is looking for.

The Detailed Draughtsperson is responsible for producing a high standard of general arrangements and layout drawings to standard engineering practice, detailed drawings for manufacture, including producing detailed material profiles for CNC laser cutting

Our ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering qualification or demonstrable experience.  They will have a sound knowledge of fabricating, welding, and machining processes along with a good understanding of materials handling equipment, from both technical and manufacturing aspects, (screw conveyors, mixers, belt conveying, metering feeders, discharging aids)

Candidates are required to have excellent 2D (essential) & 3D (desirable) draughting skills whilst the ability to interpret P&ID drawings would be advantageous.

The duties of the role are:

• Interpreting contract documentation and specifications ensuring that technical drawings are produced in accordance with industry regulations and project specifications
• Taking part in production/project review meetings to ensure timescales are adhered to
• Producing a high standard of 2D general arrangements and layout drawings for manufacture
• Producing a high standard of 2D detailed drawings to enable engineering tradespersons to manufacture machined and fabricated parts
• Producing sheet/plate pattern development profiles for laser cutting and fabricating
• Liaising with sales, project teams and management
• Creating parts lists, bills of materials and identifying materials and proprietary items to be purchased for manufacture to ensure timely arrival of required materials
• Meeting and improving costs where applicable and feasible using recognised cost analysis methods
• Developing new innovative products to supplement the existing product range

To succeed in this role, you will need good communication and organisational skills. You will be self-motivated with a desire to set high standards of work performance for yourself and others.

You will be a team player and have the ability to work using your own initiative. A positive outlook and ‘can do’ approach to tasks is essential.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE ROTOLOK GROUP

• Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications and experience)
• Annual company pay review and individual merit award review
• Overtime available to workshop hourly paid employees
• Basic hours: –
  Monday to Thursday 07.30 to 16.00 – Friday  07.30 to 12.00
  [30 minutes unpaid lunch break each day]
• Generous Bonus Scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave (includes 8 days statutory bank holidays) plus our ‘Flexible Holiday Trading Scheme’
• Life Assurance Scheme (after qualifying period)
• Income Protection Plan (after qualifying period)
• Employee Support and Perks Package
• Free car parking
• Investment in our employees through learning and development
• Flexible and family friendly policies

We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. If you would like further information, then please contact, Simon Davies, General Manager on (01495) 790623.

CLOSING DATE:  30 SEPTEMBER 2024