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 to join our Mechanical Engineering team. As the Mechanical Drafter, you will join the Mechanical Engineering department in supporting Mechanical Design Engineers by maintaining technical part drawings, assembly drawings, creating floor plan drawings, and updating/maintaining bills of material listings.

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

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Draft and maintain technical part and assembly drawings. Floor plan drawings ocassionally. 
• Perform basic mathematical calculations and use AutoCAD to prepare mechanical engineering drawings.
• Under guidance, review completed drawings for accuracy, completeness, design practices, and standard applications.
• Resolve drafting problems and prepare variations of drafts when needed.
• Effectively prioritize and manage drafting requests.
• Update department spreadsheets, which include floor plan listings and updating/maintaining bills of material listings.

• Computer-aided Drafting/Design (CAD) experience required; AutoCAD experience preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs desired (Excel, Word, & Outlook).
• Mechanical aptitude and self-motivated.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with others in a team-oriented environment.
• Effective written and oral communication 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.