Pattern Maker

Patternmaker

The Patternmaker fabricates foundry patterns from various materials such as wood, metal, and plastic, for use in forming molds for castings.

Job description:

·        Work as a team with Pattern Technicians in the maintenance and repair of tooling such as core boxes, patterns, gages, fixtures, and permanent mold tools.

·        The ability to build new tooling from blueprint or CAD.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain production and non-production tools per Dimensional Checks
• Follow instructions on work performed on tooling per Engineering repairs and changes
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with Team Members, Management, and Engineering (verbal and written) on work done or requiring completion, to keep tooling routed through the Pattern Shop and work well within a Team
• Ability to multi-task and safely operate multiple pieces of machinery for optimal efficiency
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE according to plant requirements and guidelines
• Follow lockout procedures and all safety policies
• Blueprint reading – must have sufficient knowledge to make calculations and draft allowances to maintain dimensions, contours, profiles, etc.
• Understanding of materials, tools, and tool applications
• Must be proficient in the use of measuring tools/instruments such as dial calipers, tape measure, shrink rules, dial indicators etc.
• Must be self-motivated and work with others in problem solving and innovation
• The ability to prioritize multiple jobs/tasks with different deadlines, follow jobs in progress with verbal and written instructions
• Must have experience running lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, table saw, band saw, and other manual/CNC machines and equipment
• Experience using 3D CAD data in CNC programming, with preference in Creo (a plus)

Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• At least six (10) years of related experience as a Pattern Maker
• At least 18 years of age
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work overtime hours, including weekends.
• High School Diploma

Physical Requirements:

·        Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must

·        Ability to work and stand for extended periods

·        Comfortably wear personal protective equipment

·        Navigate a busy environment

·        Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach

·        May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

·        Occasional sitting during certain tasks

·        Drive mobile equipment when needed