Cad Technician

Aspired talent are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented CAD Technician for our client in Heywood with experience in 2D CAD to join our growing team. The successful candidate will support the production and sales departments by creating accurate drawings, programming jobs from customer designs, and assisting with manufacturing preparation. Hours are Monday to Friday 7am till 4pm or 8am till 5pm. This role is ideal for someone with strong 2D CAD skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has a keen eye for detail. Key Responsibilities Producing accurate 2D CAD drawings from customer supplied drawings, samples, or specifications Programming jobs from drawings ready for production Converting CAD drawings into formats suitable for manufacturing machinery Managing the CAD email account and responding to drawing requests within deadlines Assisting the sales team with material sheet yield and production methods Liaising with customers when drawings are incorrect or missing dimensions Supporting production with drawing updates and revisions Maintaining organised drawing records and tooling catalogues Assisting with general administrative and technical tasks when required Skills & Experience Experience using 2D CAD software (such as AutoCAD, Alphacam, or similar) Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working from technical drawings Good numerical and IT skills Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines Good communication and problem-solving skills Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is beneficial but not essential Personal Attributes Strong organisational skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Willingness to learn and develop new skills Professional and reliable work ethic