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ALCON INDUSTRIES INC

Pattern Maker

Cleveland, OH

March 2025 Summary The foundry Pattern Maker is a skilled craftsman who creates wooden or other material patterns based on blueprints, meticulously following specifications to ensure the accurate ...

W3Global Inc.

Pattern Maker

Sidney, OH

$23.59 - $28.40/hr

The Pattern Maker will be responsible for creating and designing patterns, fitting, and utilizing ... The Patternmaker fabricates foundry patterns from various materials such as wood, metal, and ...

ME Global

Pattern Maker

Tempe, AZ

Description Pattern Maker - Foundry Shop We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pattern Maker to join our dynamic foundry team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, creating ...

ME Elecmetal

Pattern Maker

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Job Type Full-time Description Pattern Maker - Foundry Shop We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pattern Maker to join our dynamic foundry team. In this role, you will be responsible for ...

Lawton Standard

Pattern Maker

Hanover, PA · On-site

$25/hr

Penn Mar Castings in Hanover PA is seeking an experienced Pattern Maker to join our foundry operations team. In this role, you will construct, modify, repair, and maintain pattern equipment, core ...

Emerson Group

Pattern Maker

South Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Appleton Electric, an Emerson owned metal casting foundry located in South Milwaukee, WI, is currently seeking a Pattern Maker to join our team. In this role you will repair and recondition a variety ...

Emerson

Pattern Maker

South Milwaukee, WI

Appleton Electric, an Emerson owned metal casting foundry located in South Milwaukee, WI, is currently seeking a Pattern Maker to join our team. In this role you will repair and recondition a variety ...

Hiler Industries

PATTERN SHOP TEAM MEMBER

La Porte, IN · On-site

Accurate Castings is a multi-foundry organization including a separate and specialized casting cleaning operation, machining operation and pattern shop. Accurate Castings, Inc. does business as Hiler ...

Hiler Industries

PATTERN SHOP TEAM MEMBER

La Porte, IN · On-site

Description Accurate Castings is a multi-foundry organization including a separate and specialized casting cleaning operation, machining operation and pattern shop. Accurate Castings, Inc. does ...

Hiler Industries

PATTERN SHOP TEAM MEMBER

La Porte, IN · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

Accurate Castings is a multi-foundry organization including a separate and specialized casting cleaning operation, machining operation and pattern shop. Accurate Castings, Inc. does business as Hiler ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for seasonal foundry pattern maker in the United States is $77,376.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $86,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSeasonal Foundry Pattern MakerPermanent Foundry Pattern Maker
CredentialsTypically requires high school diploma or equivalent, with on-the-job trainingSame as seasonal, often with additional certifications in pattern making or CAD
Work EnvironmentFoundry facilities, often seasonal peaksYear-round foundry operations
Industry UsageUsed during peak casting seasonsConsistent employment in foundries
Search & ComparisonOften compared for seasonal vs permanent roles in foundry work

Seasonal Foundry Pattern Makers work primarily during peak casting seasons, focusing on creating patterns for metal molds. Permanent Foundry Pattern Makers work year-round, maintaining ongoing pattern production. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, but seasonal positions are temporary, while permanent roles offer continuous employment.

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Pattern Maker

Pattern Maker

ALCON INDUSTRIES INC

Cleveland, OH

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Job Title:

Pattern Maker

Reports to:

Sand Superintendent

Location:

Cleveland, Ohio

Position Type:

Full-time

FLSA Classification

Hourly Non-Exempt

JD Prepared Date:

March 2025

Job DescriptionSummaryThe foundry Pattern Maker is a skilled craftsman who creates wooden or other material patterns based on blueprints, meticulously following specifications to ensure the accurate casting of metal parts in a foundry, utilizing various woodworking tools and machinery to shape and assemble the pattern components, ensuring the final product matches the desired design and quality standards. Responsibilities:
  • Maintain, repair and update patterns for metal casting based on engineering drawings and customer specifications.
  • Utilize carpentry skills to construct pattern components using wood and other materials.
  • Ensure that patterns are accurate, well-structured, and clean for the metal casting process.
  • Collaborate with engineers, and other team members to ensure that patterns meet design requirements and production feasibility.
  • Conduct fittings and make necessary adjustments to patterns to achieve desired casting results in line with customer blueprints and engineering specifications.
  • General housekeeping of pattern shop and organization of pattern storage.
Qualifications:
  • At least 3-5 years of experience as a pattern maker and/or carpentry related experience.
  • High school diploma required, associate’s degree in carpentry or related preferred.
  • Strong background in carpentry, with the ability to work with a variety of tools, wood and other materials.
  • Knowledge of metal casting processes and materials preferred.
  • At least proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Strong attention to detail and organization skills with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Technical Skills: Knowledge of relevant industry practices, equipment, and processes.
  • The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
  • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, steel toe metatarsal shoes/boots, & safety glasses must be worn while on the production floor and performing this role.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration and is occasionally exposed to extreme temperatures.Desired Behavioral Competencies:
  • Behaves Ethically — Ensures own behavior is consistent with Alcon standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
  • Impact and influence — works effectively with and through others, including where no formal authority exists.
  • Achievement Motivation — results oriented. Sets high standards and objectives.
  • Communicate Effectively— Speak, listen, and write in a professional, clear, thorough, and timely manner.
  • Negotiating – presents positions in a reasoned manner, seeks win-win outcomes but understands when to say no.
  • Effective at building support and is adept at creating a shared vision.
  • Decision-making — Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
  • Organize— Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information, and activities.
  • Problem Solving— Assesses problematic situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations with a hands-on approach.

Alcon Industries, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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