Serpa Packaging Solutions is a world-class U.S. manufacturer of custom, high-quality secondary packaging systems for Fortune 1000 manufacturers of over 14 industries (inclulding pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, cosmetic, medical device, and food). Our company is located in the hospital Central California city of Visalia in Tulare County, commonly known as the gateway to our nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon). Our line of products include cartoners, case packers, tray packers, robotic palletizers, integration and validation services, and 5-Star service support. Our commitment to service, quality, and innovation has allowed us to serve customers throughout the United States and across the world. And as a privately-owned, family-cultured organization, we are not only very passionate about our products and our service to customers, but also our community and our employees, who truly are the leaders to our company’s success! Serpa Gives Back - our's organization's employee charity program - has proudly and collectively supported over 12 non-profit organizations, and to this day, we continue to remain committed to supporting our community each and every year. Learn more about our team, technology, culture and values by viewing the bottom section of the job posting. 

Our Perks + Benefits (include)

• Competitive pay + health insurance packages (includes medical, dental, vision) + 100% company-sponsored life insurance.
• 401K investment options with 100% company price-matching.
• Comprehensive time-off benefits (paid vacation time, sick time, company holidays, and birthdays).
• Innovative design and manufacturing experience working alongside industry professionals at a 30+ year manufacturer of automation systems integrating advanced technology, including Fanuc robotics since 2008. 
• Dynamic project work with a customer portfolio of Fortune 1000 manufacturers in over 14 different industries. 
• Direct mentorship and training from experienced company staff.
• Casual dress code + culturally diverse work atmosphere.
• Exceptionally affordable Housing + overall Cost Of Living (COL) in our area. San Francisco housing costs 450.2% greater. Los Angeles housing costs 186.1% greater.
• Gateway access to nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon).
• Team Serpa Events – our company's social events held throughout the year (luncheons, holiday celebrations, team building, sporting events, and more).
• Serpa Gives Back – our company’s yearly and voluntary charity program where members proudly and collectively continue to support over 12 non-profit organizations.
• Serpa News – our company’s exclusive newsletter on everything fun and new at Serpa.

Serpa Packaging Solutions is seeking a skilled CAD Drafter / Mechanical Engineer associate to join our team! As a Mechanical Drafter, you will be responsible for supporting the Applications department in creating and updating floor plan drawings, customer plant layout drawings, flow drawings and maintaining department spreadsheets. The Mechanical Drafter may also have the opportunity to support the Mechanical Engineering department with assembly drawings and technical part drawings, as well as Project Management with floor plan drawings and flow drawings.

This is an opportunity for a motivated CAD Drafter / Mechanical Engineer associate to become a part of a growing, industry-leading company of high-quality packaging automation systems manufactured in California. If you enjoy working hands-on with a team, take pride in your drafting & design work, and have an insatiable interest in innovation and state-of-the-art technology, look no further – this opportunity is for you!

Your Tasks

• Learn and follow company procedure to produce detailed floor plan, customer plant layout, and flow drawings for Sales department, which includes mechanical and controls equipment
• Perform basic mathematical calculations and use AutoCAD to prepare Sales engineering drawings
• Under guidance, review completed drawings for accuracy, completeness, design practices, and standard applications
• Resolve design problems and prepare variations of design when needed
• Support drafting updates and offer flexibility to accommodate Sales team’s requests.
• Effectively prioritize and manage drafting requests
• Update department spreadsheets, which includes floor plan listings and sold jobs list

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering desired, but not required
• Proficiency with CAD tools; AutoCAD preferred
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Mechanical aptitude desired
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs preferred (Excel, Word, & Outlook)
• Solid written and oral communication skills
• Planning and time management skills

Devoted to Innovation

With over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Serpa Packaging Solutions is the only U.S. manufacturer able to provide solutions superior to those from European manufacturers. We remain proactive in the packaging industry by offering customers the most advanced technology and features available, which includes integrated FANUC robotics applications since 2008 and rapid changeover technology since our inception. We are a pioneering and growing company that continuously invests in research for the development of new products and services for customers. Our line of patented products includes our P320 High Speed Casepacker, P200 Casepacker, P100 Cartoner, Robotic Palletizer & Depalletizer, High Speed Automated Insert Feeding System, ModPack Semi-Auto Case Packer with Serialization, and FG Robotic Cartoner series revealed at Pack Expo. We invite you to take a look at our innovative products and technology for yourself by visiting our Serpa YouTube channel (www.bit.ly/serpatechnology). 

Serpa Gives Back

As a privately-owned, family-cultured organization based out of the welcoming Central California community of Visalia, we are not only passionate about our products and customers, but also our community and employees, who truly are the leaders to our success. Serpa Gives Back - our's organization's employee charity program - has proudly supported over 12 non-profit organizations locally and non-locally. Organizations supported include the Visalia Rescue Mission, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Food Link for Tulare County, Coats for Kids, and the Wounded Warrior Project. To this day, we remain committed to collectively supporting our community each and every year. 

The Serpa Legacy

Fernando Serpa, owner and founder of Serpa Packaging Solutions, began his career in the packaging equipment industry in Service. Through his hard work and ambition, Fernando eventually founded Serpa Packaging Solutions in 1985. The company has steadily and organically grown over the years ever since. We have been recognized by Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies four years in a row and we have established ourselves as the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality, reliable, innovative secondary packaging systems. Fernando’s inspiring story of founding and developing the company is a true testament that anything can be accomplished through hard work, faith, and dedication.

Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Your Right to Work 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire