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Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 15 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment. 

So, who are we looking for? 

People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:                                                                                                                                                            You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                You are reliable. 

People who “Can Do” – Our Attitude:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.                                                                                                                                                                                                You embrace teamwork.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      You want to positively make an impact and open to change.  

People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.                                                                                                                  You enjoy giving back to your community.  We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.  

And what will you do? 

Core Functions:  

• Draws and details complex self-storage projects, or pre-engineered metal buildings using AutoCAD, MBS, TEKLA, or other computer aided drafting technology.
• Interprets construction drawings, contracts, and specifications as well as verbal instructions. 
• Provides sales with the necessary building design details to meet customer requests. 
• Able to meet multiple project deadlines while providing accurate project deliverables. 
• Provides accurate redlined revisions to drawings and material parts lists. 
• Able to learn and use other software for miscellaneous projects (ex: plant engineering, marketing, product design, or installation guides) 
• Participate in pr-schedule process with sales team and management team.
• Interacts with internal and external customers to clarify project scope, details, and product limitations. 
• Communicate with internal customers regarding requests for project information, status, and schedule. 
• Administration functions such as plotting, binding, and mailing drawings as required. 
• Apply necessary coordination for outsourced detailing projects (assemble, send, check, finalize) for pre-engineered metal buildings.  

  Duties, responsibilities, and activities are not limited to the list above and may change at any time with or without notice.  

Key Measures of Success:   

• Ability to successfully produce drawings and accurate material parts lists to support the sales and installation of our metal building products. 
• Proficient in AutoCAD or comparable design software. 
• Ability to perform communication and tracking reports on Microsoft office or other ERP system work.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize tasks.
• Must have strong written and verbal communications skills and display exceptional customer service.
• Ability to work within a cooperative team environment as well as perform assignments autonomously.
• Consistently exhibits and displays the company’s values of “Own It. Can Do. Act in  Love.”  
  • Own It – Commitment to customer, company, and each other.
  • Can Do – Team Player, Open to Change, & Pursuing continuous improvement.
  • Act in Love – Treating others with humility, respectfulness, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.  

Education & Experience:    

Minimum Required:  

• Two-year degree in a related field, with certification in AutoCAD, or equivalent experience.  

Preferred:  

• 2-4 years’ experience with AutoCAD, MBS, or TEKLA software is preferred. 
• Previous experience with the metal building industry with experience in bills of materials and installation drawings. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:   

Work is performed in a shared office space. This role will routinely utilize standard office equipment to perform the core functions listed in this job description. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies (up to 35 lbs) as well as communicate verbally and electronically. The work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive reading to perform the core functions listed in this job description. While performing the core function of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and stand.  

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.  

Travel  

No travel is expected for this position.   

Benefits Offered: 

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all of our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:

• 401K Match
• Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
• Profit-Sharing Bonus  
• Medical – 100% employer-paid coverage available
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday pay
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
  Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
• Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer paid
• Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid
• Performance based merit increases
• SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships! 

Central States, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.