Pattern Maker (CNC)

Job Title :  Pattern Maker (Metal) – 1st Shift

Location :  Syracuse, New York

Base Salary :  $70,000

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.

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