Pattern Maker

Location: Willenhall

Leading CAD/CAM tooling solutions company, seeks a time served Engineering Patternmaker to construct patterns and moulds from metal, wood and composite materials from drawings/CAD data. Joining a long serving team, as Engineering Patternmaker you would be responsible for the maintenance of tools and equipment, whilst providing a hands-on approach in each tool manufactured.

Successful candidate for the position of Engineering Patternmaker would possess experience in composites, woodworking and metalwork, be self-motivated, a team player and have experience in setting/operating machines such as; sanders, circular saws, band saws, mills and lathes. Offered as a permanent contract, the role of Engineering Patternmaker offers market competitive salary, company benefits and immediate start.

Engineering Patternmaker duties include:

* Constructing patterns and moulds from metal, wood and composite materials from drawings and CAD data

* Maintenance of tools and equipment which includes cleaning and safe storage

* Carrying out day to day production as required, in line with manufacturing instructions

* Reduce waste and ensure all waste materials are disposed of in accordance with company and legislative procedures

* Conducting quality assurance and safety checks on all tooling

* Working to tight tolerances and in process measurements

* Ability to read and interpret drawings

* Setting up and operating machines such as; sanders, circular saws, band saws, mills and lathes

Skills and attributes required by successful candidate for the role of Engineering Patternmaker:

* Experience in jigs & fixtures – desirable

* Experience in Foundry Tooling - desirable

* Experience in CNC machining - desirable

* A real team player, with pride in one’s work and a desire for success

* Familiarity with CAD/CAM software

* Be adaptable, and be willing to go the extra mile to meet tight deadlines

* Good knowledge of composites, woodworking and metalwork

Location:

Willenhall, West Midlands
Hours of work: 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 12:30pm Friday
Salary: £18 per hour x 39-hour week - negotiable dependent upon experience
Benefits:
Pension, Overtime at time & third, Leisure bank (additional annual leave)

If you have the skills and experience to fulfil the role of Engineering Patternmaker, please APPLY TODAY