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Woodshop / Pattern Maker

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour (based on skills and experience)

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. with a 30-minute lunch break. Overtime opportunities may be available.

Position Summary

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a skilled and motivated Woodshop / Pattern Maker to join its production team. This position is ideal for candidates with pattern-making, woodworking, cabinetmaking, carpentry, or related manufacturing experience, as well as individuals with foundational woodworking skills and a strong desire to learn. The successful candidate will assist in the creation of custom patterns, molds, and prototypes using wood, fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP), and other materials while maintaining a strong commitment to quality and workplace safety.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, build, and repair patterns, molds, prototypes, and related components using wood, plastics, and composite materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, and specifications.
• Operate woodworking and pattern shop equipment, including saws, routers, sanders, drills, and other hand and power tools.
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and finish components to required specifications and tolerances.
• Collaborate with production staff, engineers, and designers to ensure product functionality and manufacturability.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts and learn new pattern-making and woodworking techniques as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous woodworking, carpentry, cabinetmaking, patternmaking, manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of woodworking tools and equipment.
• Ability to read measuring tools and follow technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Good problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and use hand tools for extended periods.
• Ability to safely wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators, safety glasses, gloves, and protective clothing.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with dust, fiberglass particles, adhesives, coatings, and industrial equipment.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing and production environment. Employees may be exposed to fiberglass dust, sanding materials, adhesives, coatings, machinery, and other industrial processes. Proper PPE must be worn at all times.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Overtime Opportunities