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Description 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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How much do seasonal foundry pattern maker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 1, 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.

What is the difference between Seasonal Foundry Pattern Maker vs Permanent Foundry Pattern Maker?

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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Infographic showing various Seasonal Foundry Pattern Maker job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,376 per year, or $37.2 per hour.

Pattern Maker

Emerson

South Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Emerson Electric rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

210th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

hackajob is collaborating with Emerson to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

Description

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 of patterns, core boxes and other related components.  

Some of the benefits for this position include overtime on hours worked over 8 hours in a day, prorated two weeks’ vacation and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Conduct all job duties with Safety as a priority and in compliance with Safety Rules
  • Comply with and maintain areas to 5S standards
  • Repair and recondition a variety of worn and damaged patterns, core boxes and other related components
  • Set up and operate all metal working equipment such as milling machines, lathes and drill presses
  • Make build-ups or fabricate patterns, core boxes and permanent molds made of various materials
  • Observe all company rules and regulations

Who You Are:

  • You focus on safety and quality with the ability to work collaborate with the team.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • Journeyman Pattern Maker certification or equivalent experience
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Ability to use a variety of hand tools
  • Computer literate
  • Ability to stand on feet for long periods, strength in arms and legs 

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

  • At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 
  • We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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