CAD Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: CAD Operator
Location: Midlands
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 DOE
Our client is one of the leading signage companies within the Midlands. They have gone from strength to strength over the last 12 months, and due to this continued success, they are looking to add an experienced CAD Operator to their team. You will be working within an established team to produce high end signage and graphic displays.
The CAD Operator;
- Experience in a Pre-Press environment and knowledge of signage, print and graphics
- You will have experience in using CAD software – 3yrs minimum
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, illustrator
- Ability to effectively read CAD structural drawings
- Manipulating and amending artwork prior to print
- A creative flair with a keen eye for detail
- Working well within a group environment as well as autonomously
- A fantastic communicator across all levels
The Position;
- You will effectively read structural CAD drawings for various solutions including manufactured signage on large retail roll outs, bespoke signage, graphics and POS units. Using software such as ArtiosCAD, AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite to ensure that artwork and designs are to spec, before being sent to presses. You will be creating high end solutions for major retail clients throughout the UK, attention to detail is paramount as is adhering to strict deadlines. Working alongside the pre-press team, you will be an important cog in ensuring designs and structures catch the eye once completed.
The Package;
- Starting salary between £28,000 - £35,000 DOE
- A range of company benefits
- Hybrid work model available
- Working exclusively for some of the worlds biggest retail brands
If you think that you would be a good fit for this role, click apply now! All applications will be handled with the strictest of confidence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coventry, West Midlands: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- AutoCAD: 3 years (required)
- Adobe Creative Suite: 3 years (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CAD Operator roles across Kaizen Global Group Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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