Drafter Designer

Let’s Drive New Way Trucks Fearlessly Forward! 

Continuing to move Fearlessly Forward New Way Trucks was founded in 1971 in Scranton, IA. Today, New Way Trucks has multiple refuse production and parts facilities throughout Iowa and Mississippi, with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. We combine small town values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. Come build your future with us at New Way Trucks, apply today!

New Way Trucks is currently seeking a Drafter Designer to join our Booneville, MS manufacturing team. This position is responsible for drafting various types of projects incorporated into the manufacturing process.  

Your Role in our Mission:

• Prepares drawings made to scale with a high degree of accuracy.


• Creates bill of materials for company-manufactured products.


• Documents procedures to complete product assemblies and subassemblies.


• Maintains an up-to-date drawing system with all information properly filed and recorded.


• Reports problems to the Engineering Manager to assure timely development of projects.


• Works with welders and production lines on parts changes and design modifications.


• Working with other departments on projects.


• Resolves issues related to quality, design and time savings initiatives.


• Communicates with all production areas to ensure all information is correct and needed changes made.

To Perform this Job Successfully:

• Minimum one-year mechanical drafting experience w/advanced computer-aided drafting knowledge.


• Degree in mechanical drafting preferred.


• Math skills including algebra, geometry, trigonometry and weights & measures.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Works well with people at all levels of the company. 


• Ability to convert conceptual designs into functional drawings and/or scale models.


• Ability to analyze parts, components and products to facilitate drawings that incorporate all required information needed to produce such items.


• Ability to efficiently use the following software packages: Windows, Excel, Word, Access, Solid Works and Auto Cad 2000.


• Ability to learn and work in Epicor as an operating system.

Why New Way Trucks? 

• Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations. 


• Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.


• Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.

Are you ready to build your future with New Way? Apply now! 

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.