What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Technician position at Precision Steel Services?
Precision Steel Services has CAD Technician positions available for reliable, efficient, and dependable team members. You'll the CAD Technician will work with minimal to moderate supervision from the department supervisor and account manager to produce Computer Aided Design (CAD) shop drawings, CNC part and nesting files using programs such as AutoCAD LT, ProNest, & Solid Edge software to provide appropriate documentation to our shop for production. Join for on-the-job training, great benefits, and exciting work.
Description
CAD Operator – Steel Nesting & Drawing (Precision Steel Services – Toledo, OH)
Precision Steel Services is a Toledo-based steel service center that specializes in precision burning, grinding, and machining. We’re looking for a CAD / CAM Operator to join our Operations Data Specialist Team (ODST) — the group that transforms customer drawings into efficient, production-ready burn programs.
If you’re detail-oriented, understand 2D prints, and have experience nesting plate parts for plasma or oxy-fuel cutting, this is a solid opportunity to use your technical skills in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Description
CAD Operator – Steel Nesting & Drawing (Precision Steel Services – Toledo, OH)
Precision Steel Services is a Toledo-based steel service center that specializes in precision burning, grinding, and machining. We’re looking for a CAD / CAM Operator to join our Operations Data Specialist Team (ODST) — the group that transforms customer drawings into efficient, production-ready burn programs.
If you’re detail-oriented, understand 2D prints, and have experience nesting plate parts for plasma or oxy-fuel cutting, this is a solid opportunity to use your technical skills in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- 2D Drafting & Revision: Create and update part drawings using AutoCAD or DraftSight.
- CAM Programming & Nesting: Use software to generate optimized nests and cutting programs that improve plate yield and reduce scrap.
- File Export & Data Management: Prepare accurate files for plasma and oxy-fuel machines, ensuring correct material type, thickness, and part quantity.
- ERP & Order Accuracy: Maintain order data within Eniteo ERP to align with production, shipping, and certification requirements.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Communicate with supervisors and managers to confirm details and support smooth workflow.
- Continuous Improvement: Help refine nesting standards, templates, and workflow efficiencies within CAD and CAM processes.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, DraftSight, and nesting software.
- Experience creating burn or cutting programs for steel plate or fabrication.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing prints, tolerances, and dimensional accuracy.
- ERP experience preferred.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced production setting while maintaining accuracy.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- US Work Authorization required
- Eligible to accrue Paid Time Off at time of hire.
- Join a team that values precision, accountability, and craftsmanship.
- See your work directly impact throughput and quality on the shop floor.
- Full-time, day shift, on-site role with advancement potential.
- Competitive pay, benefits, and a company culture built around doing the job right.
- Attendance and Performance Bonuses.