Mechanical Drafter - Food Processing

Overview

Cozzini, a Middleby company, is a leading manufacturer of high-performance food processing equipment serving the protein and pet food industries worldwide. Headquartered in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, with an additional manufacturing facility in Iowa, Cozzini is committed to innovation, quality, and employee growth. At Cozzini, we value the development and advancement of our team members and offer rewarding career opportunities in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Cozzini is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join our Engineering team in Algona, Iowa. This position provides critical engineering support to manufacturing operations through the creation, maintenance, and control of project documentation and technical drawings. The ideal candidate will have strong drafting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate closely with production teams. This position reports directly to the Director of Equipment Manufacturing.

• Process manufacturing drawings, including plot files and work orders
• Create and revise machine and welding drawings
• Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and update drawings accordingly
• Enter part numbers into the MRP system and create product structures and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Support engineering and production teams with documentation updates and project changes
• Utilize AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor to create and maintain technical drawings

• Medical insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan

• Associate degree or certification in Mechanical Drafting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Strong understanding of ANSI dimensioning and geometric detailing practices preferred
• Knowledge of machining, welding, and quality control practices is a plus
• Experience in food processing equipment manufacturing is a plus

Cozzini, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.