Job Title: Pattern Maker (Metal) – 1st Shift
Location: Syracuse, New York
Base Salary: $70,000
Fee Paid to Recruiter: $500
Job #: 83358418
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Pattern Maker (Metal) to join our team on 1st Shift in Syracuse, NY. This role involves creating, assembling, and modifying patterns, core boxes, and permanent molds made from a variety of materials. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on machining, finishing, and CNC programming skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, lay out, and perform a variety of complex hand-finishing operations on rough castings to be used as patterns, core boxes, or permanent molds.
- Fabricate or build-up patterns, core boxes, and molds using various materials.
- Lay out, align, and fasten split sections to create cope and drag plates.
- Perform intricate layout work to establish inter-relationships of dimensions, including interim dimensions not shown on prints.
- Set up and operate all types of machine tools, including both conventional and CNC machines.
- Program CNC software using SolidWorks or Mastercam as needed.
- Perform detailed hand and bench operations including fitting, polishing, and scraping.
- Make allowances for draft, shrinkage, and finish in pattern making.
- Detect and report any errors in prints or specifications.
- Create templates as needed.
- Perform Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities such as cleaning, inspection, minor lubrication, and tightening.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 4 years of Journeyman-level Patternmaker experience OR a Journeyman license.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. now and in the future without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with SolidWorks and Mastercam.
- At least 2 years of CNC programming experience.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Effective Day 1
- 401(k) Contributions
- Paid Time Off – Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Relocation assistance available