How do they match: Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

  • Machinist
  • Pattern Worker

  • Lay out, machine, fit, and assemble castings and parts to metal or plastic foundry patterns, core boxes, or match plates.

  • Design and create templates, patterns, or coreboxes according to work orders, sample parts, or mockups.
  • Lay out and draw or scribe patterns onto material, using compasses, protractors, rulers, scribes, or other instruments.
  • Program computerized numerical control machine tools.
  • Read and interpret blueprints or drawings of parts to be cast or patterns to be made, compute dimensions, and plan operational sequences.
  • Set up and operate machine tools, such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses, and grinders, to machine castings or patterns.

  • Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references.
  • Construct patterns, templates, or other work aids.