Production Planner / Cad Design Draftsperson

Based in Moruya on the South Coast of NSW we’re an innovative, Australian Design Award winning manufacturing company creating world-class composite camper-trailer products with an outstanding reputation and a fanatical customer base across the country. We’re enthusiastic about the products and services we provide, the unrestrained growth potential of the RV industry and the significant role our company plays within our community. We’re also enthusiastic about building the best team in the RV industry.

This is a rare opportunity that comes at an important stage in expanding and implementing the company’s vision for the future and will provide the successful candidate(s) with clear goals and a satisfying and rewarding work experience.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Using SolidWorks 3D CAD to develop components and assemblies as necessary in the continuous development of new and existing products
• Preparation of accurate and complete documentation for manufacture including part dimensions, production notes, materials, finishes, etc.
• Determining and reviewing the cost-appropriateness of quality and durability specifications for all products, and developing procedures for product testing as may be required.
• Preparing and maintaining Bills of Materials and costs.
• Maintaining product compliance with Australian Design Rules and Australian Standards.
• Involvement in the continuous process of reviewing, improving and documenting production processes, to improve and maintain quality standards and minimise waste in all its forms.
• Support the Production Team with Engineering expertise Research, develop, implement and document continuous improvement opportunities in process & procedure 
• Setting up and maintaining production schedules and generating production documentation
• Preparing instruction sheets and assembly guides as necessary to ensure production and assembly standards are clearly documented and communicated.
• Regular liaison with company department managers and personnel as required in the course of meeting production and sales schedules, gaining information about service and warranty issues etc.
• The preparation of weekly project progress reports.

The successful candidate(s) will have the following essential qualifications, experience and skills:

• A mid-level or higher degree of competency using SolidWorks 3D CAD software or similar, to develop moulded products and CNC processed raw sheet products
• A proven mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical systems and engineering concepts
• Analytical and logical problem-solving skills
• A sound and methodical approach in assessing and validating options for materials and manufacture.
• Excellent attention to detail and a respectable comprehension of what attributes and characteristics create ‘product quality’.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Competency using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Energetic team player with a positive 'can do' attitude, integrity and discretion.

Ultimate Campers is committed to selecting the right person(s) for this key role. We need to be assured that your skills and experience are appropriate for the role, but also that you will be able to work compatibly with our management team. To help us in assessing your suitability for this role please address these aspects in a Cover Letter which clearly demonstrates the skills and qualifications you can bring to the role.