Truss Designer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

The Production Drafter is responsible for developing complete and accurate shop drawings that enable the manufacturing plant to efficiently build all components required for modular home construction. This role ensures that all prints are build-ready, coordinated across disciplines, and aligned with customer orders and structural requirements.

• Review house plans for errors, omissions, and inconsistencies.
• Make necessary corrections and communicate all changes to Sales, Purchasing, and Production Control.
• Verify that all items on the sales order are accurately reflected in the prints.
• Review all beam and header specifications to ensure proper sizing, placement, and structural viability.

Floor Framing

• Verify joist layouts to avoid conflicts with plumbing and electrical systems.
• Adjust joist placement where required to maintain proper clearances.
• Add and dimension rough openings for stairs, chases, and mechanical systems.
• Provide complete dimensions and layouts to support shop fabrication.

Ceiling Framing

• Review ceiling joists and/or truss layouts to prevent interference with lighting and plumbing fixtures.
• Adjust framing components as needed.
• Include rough openings for stairs, chases, and mechanical systems.
• Fully dimension all components for accurate production.

Electrical Layout

• Dimension all electrical fixtures, including lighting and receptacles.
• Clearly indicate fixture mounting heights.
• Ensure layout aligns with framing and structural components.

Plumbing Layout

• Ranch Homes:

  • Identify and label vent locations and sizes for all plumbing fixtures.

• Cape-Style Homes:

  • Identify vent locations and sizes.
  • Provide layout for future plumbing needs (e.g., second floor expansion).

• Two-Story Homes:

  • Develop complete second-floor drain layouts within open joist systems.
  • Show first-floor vent routing across ceiling framing.
  • Ensure drains are located within properly sized walls.
  • Confirm all fixtures are accurately dimensioned and coordinated.

Partition Layout

• Produce detailed wall layouts for all areas of the home.
• Include required blocking, flats, and structural supports.
• Provide clear instructions to assist wall panel construction crews.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their families:

• Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Performance-Based Bonus Eligibility - earn additional incentive pay equivalent to $3.50 to $5.60 per hour based on performance

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for computer drafting and data entry.
• Visual acuity sufficient to review detailed drawings and technical documents.
• Occasional standing, walking, and movement within the production facility.
• Ability to lift and carry materials up to 25 pounds, such as rolled prints or drawing sets.
• Capability to safely navigate a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures (when required).

• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and building codes.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and cross-department coordination abilities.
• Experience with modular or prefabricated construction preferred.

Ritz-Craft is the largest family-owned, off-site modular home manufacturer in the United States. While we are large in size and reach, our focus remains on our core values of People, Partnerships, and Performance (PPP), supported by third-generation leadership.

Our off-site construction process supports both highly efficient production and fully custom builds in a controlled environment-reducing environmental impact while improving quality and consistency. Our family of companies spans residential and commercial modular construction, transportation, building products distribution, cabinetry, and hospitality.