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CAD Technician/Programmer

Metal Plus
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026

Job Title: CAD Technician/Programmer (Engineering Level 1)

Reports to: Engineering Manager

SUMMARY

Support the Engineering, Quality, & Production Departments with designs & prints using SolidWorks and programming software while growing your experience & knowledge in sheet metal fabrication.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Development of CAD models & prints for quoting & production using SolidWorks.

2. Maintaining those models & prints in a controlled document system.

3. Sound decision making and practical thinking when evaluating solutions.

4. Analyze and interpret design specifications, drawings, models, to ensure technical designs can be made with existing tooling and equipment in the shop.

5. Utilize programming software to create nests for various machines in the cutting department.

6. Nest programs in a way that ensures maximum efficiency, quality, and sheet utilization.

7. Work closely with production to resolve technical production problems.

8. Work with numerous CAD systems to convert, unfold and prepare data for manufacturing.

9. Work independently with little supervision and delivers excellent results in a timely manner.

10. Must rely on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

11. Use ERP system to build job routings and perform other minor tasks.

12. Ability to perform a quality sign off for any production operation.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Help in other areas as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Intermediate knowledge of SolidWorks.
  • Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, machinery, and performance metrics normally acquired through three or more years of manufacturing and supervisory experience or education.
  • Ability to identify issues & work within a team environment to find solutions and implement changes.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
  • Knowledge of JobBoss ERP system is a plus.
  • Basic NC programming is a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· Desire and aptitude for learning new things in and ever-changing environment.

· Strong problem-solving skills

· Strong communication skills

· Strong organizational skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Here at Metal Plus we are growing rapidly because of the hard work and effort our employees put in each day. We have also made a few recent changes to our benefits.

1. Shifts have moved to 4 days - 10 hours (Monday - Thursday) with Overtime opportunities on Fridays

2. Full Health Insurance Coverage after 1 year of employment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30,000 - $50,000

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