Take-Off Technician I

Arconic is currently in search of a Takeoff Technician to join our Kawneer business in Harrisonburg, VA.

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.

Summary

This position reviews complex architectural, project specific shop drawings, and installation instructions; and then uses these inputs to create a materials list to ensure project parts are fabricated and shipped to complete customer orders.

This role is a part of our Technical Services Team (drafting, engineering, and material take off).  This position reviews shop drawings and installation instructions; and then uses these inputs to create a materials list to ensure project parts are fabricated and shipped to complete customer orders.

Key Challenges / Responsibilities:

• Reading project specific job shop drawings and installation instructions
• Verify material requirements for complete order
• Prepare documentation for manufacturing as required
• Verify dimensions and angles required for product installations
• Release to manufacturing verified amounts of manufactured products and quantities, and vendor supplied products and quantities
• Work safely in a manner that protects and promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment
• Work with project managers, drafters and engineers to meet deadlines for jobs to ship on time and in full (OTIF)
• Maintain Takeoff files and records, and ensures accuracy on take offs submitted

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to be Successful:

• Good communication skills
• Demonstrated computer skills and the ability to learn new software quickly (Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and KaluCAD)
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn Kawneer systems (curtain wall, store front entrances, etc)
• Good math skills including geometry and trigonometry.
• Demonstrated ability to read shop drawings and installation instructions.
• Pursuing education in drafting, architectural engineering or related field
• Strong attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Well-rounded knowledge of manufacturing, installation, and glazing processes

Basic Qualifications:

• HS diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.  Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree from an accredited institution
• 2+ years of industry experience
• AutoCAD experience
• Ability to read shop drawings and understand installation instructions.

Arconic Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others.  We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.  At Arconic, we:  Act With Integrity.  We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.  Safeguard our Future.  We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.  Grow Stronger Together.  We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.  Earn Customer Loyalty.  We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.  Drive Operational Excellence.  We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.  Create Value.  We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders. 
United States Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Arconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color,