Pattern Maker

About the Role

Join our manufacturing team and be part of a culture dedicated to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement within our Kohler, WI, location, where you can develop your skills and contribute to our mission of creating a more sustainable and gracious world. This position will be based at our Kohler, Wisconsin location. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality cast iron products.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and replace as required all pins and bushings used on the Herman flasks, pattern carriers and pattern stools.
• Make all necessary pattern changes, rim changes, insert changes, and change pattern ID numbers, logos, etc.
• Repair all seams on rims, inserts, etc.
• Perform all duties in casting urethane masters, patterns, gating and core boxes.
• Perform all duties associated with mold fabrication.
• Perform all required bench operations to construct, revise and repair patterns, Dies and core boxes in accordance with the specified guidelines.
• Perform bench work incidental to assembling components and finishing completed jobs.
• Perform emergency repairs under the direction of Pattern Shop supervision.
• Perform required operations to repair damaged or worn areas on patterns in production status.
• Provide preventive and normal maintenance on all patterns and related equipment: e.g., sprue receivers, misc. wear pads and plates, etc.
• Set-up and operate proficiently a variety of machines and equipment in the department.
• Be capable of using Computerized Maintenance Management software to create work notifications, look-up and order parts, print work orders, and enter time confirmations.
• Work from drawings, samples, sketches, specifications and verbal instructions.
• Must have sufficient knowledge of shop math to make calculations for shrinkage and draft allowance to maintain dimensions, contours, profiles, etc.
• Must have sound understanding of materials, tooling and tool application.
• Must be proficient in the use of all measuring instruments to layout, check and verify all dimensions and tolerances required of the trade.
• Must acquire and maintain PIV certification for safe transport of patterns, carriers, coreboxes, etc.
• Must provide own tools.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma/GED required.
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to meet Kohler Company's MVR Guidelines and maintain good standing.
• Must achieve a passing score on technical skills test.
• Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation including but not limited to bending, lifting, and pushing weight.
• Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical diploma in Auto Body, Collision Repair, Machining, Carpentry, or a related skilled trade.
• Hands-on experience in auto body repair, carpentry, or machining, whether gained through professional work or side projects.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work across multiple disciplines in a hybrid role.
• Experience operating machining equipment or performing precision fabrication is a plus.
• Ability to read measuring tools, blueprints, or technical drawings is preferred.

Pay & Schedule

• Hourly rate: $28.66 per hour, plus $1.50 shift premium.
• Shift: 3rd Shift, 10:30PM – 6:48AM.

Benefits

• Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting on Day 1.
• 401k plan with company match and pension, plus voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.