Patternmaker I

About the role

Individual will be making repro pattern, screwing, pinning, fitting patterns together, mounting patterns to production plates, core boxes, trim dies, pusher heads and gating the patterns per a layout determined by the Pattern Engineer. All job tasks will be performed under the supervision of experienced pattern makers.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools, such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses, CNC vertical milling machines, and grinders, to machine castings or patterns.
• Verify conformance of patterns or template dimensions to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
• Layout and assemble pattern sections, using marking, hand tools, measuring devices, and power tools.
• Verify dimensions of completed patterns and perform other related tasks.
• Demonstrate flexibility based on changing department requirements (overtime, shift coverage, etc.).
• Perform routine housekeeping to ensure area operates within parameters that conform to environmental and safety standards.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and abide by safety rules.
• Report any job-related injury and/or illness immediately to your direct supervisor.
• Maintain attendance and punctuality standards as established by company.
• Plans layout and perform machining operations and bench work to construct, measurements, grinding, and alignment to drawings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

You Have High School diploma or equivalent preferred; experience in manufacturing environment in lieu of diploma considered.

Education/training in shop math (including basic geometry, trigonometry, and conversion of fractions to decimals), blueprint reading and machine tool trades.

Strong mechanical aptitude required.

Qualifications

Must demonstrate flexibility based on changing department requirements (overtime, shift coverage, etc.).

Must wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and abide by safety rules.

Must report any job-related injury and/or illness immediately to your direct supervisor.

Maintain attendance and punctuality standards as established by company.

Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Skills

High School diploma or equivalent preferred; experience in manufacturing environment in lieu of diploma considered.

Education/training in shop math (including basic geometry, trigonometry, and conversion of fractions to decimals), blueprint reading and machine tool trades.

Strong mechanical aptitude required.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience.

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits.

Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave.

10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off.

Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement.

Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs.

Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Monday – Friday

Scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.