Model maker - tool and die
Job in
St. Catharines, St Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Listed on 2026-07-16
Listing for:
St. Catharines Pattern Limited
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-16
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, CNC Machinist, Fabrication, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Work Term:
Permanent - Work Language:
English - Hours:
40 hours per week - Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma - Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years - or equivalent experience Work site environment
- Noisy
- Dusty Tasks
- Compute dimensions, sizes, shapes and tolerances of workpieces
- Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
- Program CNC machine tools
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Realize machine castings to make metal molds, core boxes and precisely shaped models
- Set up and operate electrical discharge machines (EDM)
- Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates
- Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining
- Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools
- Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
- Design tools, moulds, jigs and fixtures
- Computer-aided design (CAD) Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Tool and Die Maker Trade Certification
- Mould Maker Trade Certification
- Patternmaker Trade Certification
- Tool and Die Maker Red Seal Certificate Computer and technology knowledge
- Solid Works software
- Programming software Metal mould-making experience
- Blow moulds
- Injection moulds
- Compression moulds Patternmaking experience
- Master patterns
- Metal patternmaking
- Core boxes
- Wood patternmaking
- Production pattern equipment
- Plastics patternmaking
- Foundry match plate work Tool and die fabrication experience
- Gauge blocks
- Jigs and fixtures
- Metal cutting, forming or bending dies Security and safety
- Bondable
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Handling heavy loads
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Standing for extended periods Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Organized
- Team player Employment terms options
- Day
- Overtime available Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
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