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Draftsperson
- Oxford, NS, Canada
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Located in Oxford, NS
Application Deadline: October 28, 2026
Oxford Frozen Foods Ltd, a member of the Bragg Group of Companies, is a family-owned international business that has over 1,200 employees, eight manufacturing facilities and two large farming operations within Atlantic Canada and the United States. Oxford Frozen Foods is the world's largest provider of Wild Blueberries, one of North America's largest producers of premium frozen carrots and one of Canada's premier manufacturers of onion rings and battered appetizers.
Benefits Of Being An Oxford Frozen Foods Employee
- Comprehensive benefit package including a matching contribution pension plan.
- Employee Housing Loan program provides a forgivable loan up to $40,000.
- Vacation PLUS we offer a vacation purchase plan allowing for additional time off.
- Employee Discount Program offering discounts at various businesses and industries.
We are seeking a detail-oriented Draftsperson to transform design concepts, rough sketches, and engineering specifications into precise technical drawings and schematics. Working closely with the engineers, you will ensure every plan is accurate, clear, and compliant with relevant industry standards and building codes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed 2D layouts and 3D models using software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks.
- Coordinate with design leads, engineers, and project managers to resolve design ambiguities, clarify tolerances, and specify material requirements.
- Modify existing drawings based on engineering change orders, site measurements, or feedback.
- Verify that all drawings comply with company formatting protocols, safety requirements, and local regulations.
- Organize and archive digital drawing files, project logs, and revision histories for internal and external team access.
- On-site in a manufacturing environment with exposure to plant operations.
- Exposure to external climate conditions.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Drafting Technology, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated proficiency with standard CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, or SolidWorks).
- Strong foundation in drafting conventions, geometric dimensioning, scaling, and spatial reasoning.
- Experience with 3D modeling or BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflows.
- Industry-specific drafting background in [Architectural / Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Structural] design.
- High attention to detail, strong basic math skills, and the ability to interpret technical specifications or rough field sketches.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills to effectively discuss drawing modifications with team members.
- Criminal Record Checks are required for successful applicants.
- Valid Driver’s License is required.
The successful candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, maintains organized and clean work areas, and effectively manages time in a fast-paced environment. They possess solid organizational skills, a strong sense of urgency, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Oxford Frozen Foods is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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Responsibilities
Create and update precise 2D layouts, 3D models, technical drawings, and schematics from design concepts, engineering specifications, and field information. Coordinate with engineers and project teams to resolve design details, ensure compliance with standards and regulations, and maintain organized drawing files and revision histories.
Requirements
Requires an associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in CAD, drafting technology, or a related discipline, along with proficiency in standard CAD software and a foundation in drafting conventions, geometric dimensioning, and spatial reasoning. Candidates should have 3D modeling or BIM experience, strong attention to detail and communication skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a criminal record check.
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Inventor
- SolidWorks
- 2D Drafting
- 3D Modeling
- Building Information Modeling
- Drafting Conventions
- Geometric Dimensioning
- Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Spatial Reasoning
- Technical Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Organization
- Time Management
- Safety Compliance
Benefits
- Matching Contribution Pension Plan
- Employee Housing Loan Program
- Vacation Purchase Plan
- Employee Discount Program
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Art & Design
Keywords
- Computer-Aided Design
- CAD
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Inventor
- SolidWorks
- 2D Layouts
- 3D Modeling
- Building Information Modeling
- Technical Drawings
- Schematics
- Drafting Technology
- Drafting Conventions
- Geometric Dimensioning
- Scaling
- Engineering Specifications
- Engineering Change Orders
- Material Requirements
- Tolerances
- Building Codes
- Safety Requirements
- Local Regulations
- Revision Histories
- Manufacturing Environment
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Criminal Record Check
- Valid Driver's License