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Entry Level Wood Pattern Maker Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Learn from journeyman wood pattern makers and teach others as a team player * Own, maintain, and strive to modernize a complete set of hand & precision measuring tools for wood pattern making

Entry Level Wood Pattern Maker information

What is the difference between Entry Level Wood Pattern Maker vs Wood Pattern Maker?

AspectEntry Level Wood Pattern MakerWood Pattern Maker
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic woodworking skillsTechnical training or apprenticeship; experience preferred
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or woodworking shops, supervised settingsIndustrial settings, working with detailed patterns and molds
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting in pattern creation, learning tools and techniquesDesigning, carving, and finishing wood patterns for molds

The main difference is experience level. Entry Level Wood Pattern Makers are just starting and focus on learning basic skills, while Wood Pattern Makers have more experience and handle complex pattern creation. Both roles typically require similar credentials and work in related environments, but the level of responsibility and skill increases with experience.

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$24/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Sawbrook Steel Casting LLC is looking to add someone to our team who is experienced in repairing small and large patterns as well as core boxes for green sand and air set mold lines. We are willing to consider experience with other woodworking trades such as cabinet making or finish carpentry.
Qualifications
  • Excellent manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
  • Experienced in the safe operation of all manual woodworking machinery and power hand tools

Responsibilities
  • Construct gating and risers for simple to complex castings using traditional wood, tooling board, plaster, styrofoam, wax, leather, urethane, and epoxy materials
  • Prepare and repair existing patterns and core boxes scheduled for production
  • Build fixtures and templates to aid casting inspection
  • Help plan, document, and communicate efficiently with all departments at the beginning of projects, followed by double-checking during construction to assure accurate, fast, and reliable results
  • Learn from journeyman wood pattern makers and teach others as a team player
  • Own, maintain, and strive to modernize a complete set of hand & precision measuring tools for wood pattern making
  • Maintain and clean the pattern shop and its equipment according to schedule
  • Participate in a continuous improvement program

Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED required - journeyman card preferred
  • Must be able to work alone or as a team
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, sketches, shop travelers, and schedules
  • Must be able to lift 70 pounds
  • Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time
  • Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment
  • Must be able to work in various temperatures based on outside weather conditions

Salary Description
Starting at $24.00