Pattern Maker

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.

• 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

• 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

• Pension
• Overtime at time & third
• Leisure bank (additional annual leave)