How do they match: Patternmakers, Wood

  • Inventory equipment and supplies, ordering parts and tools as necessary.
  • Issue patterns to designated machine operators.
  • Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and lathes to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.

  • Operate woodworking equipment.
  • Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
  • Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Plan production or operational procedures or sequences.
  • Record operational or production data.
  • Set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.