Wood Patternmaker Journeyman

Cascade Pattern Co is seeking a highly skilled Journeyman Patternmaker to join our team in Elyria, OH. We are looking for an experienced craftsman who takes pride in precision and has a deep understanding of foundry tooling and industrial pattern construction. Key Responsibilities Precision Fabrication: Build, repair, and alter complex wood patterns and coreboxes from engineering blueprints. Material Versatility: Cast and finish urethane patterns and coreboxes; work with various resins and synthetics. Foundry Tooling: Construct no-bake boxes, insert boards, and master patterns. Rigging & Gating: Professionally mount and gate patterns according to specific casting requirements and technical blueprints. Quality Assurance: Perform meticulous dimensional checks of finished tooling against machining and casting blueprints to ensure tolerances. Machinery Operation: Expertly operate a variety of pattern shop equipment including mills, lathes, joiners, planers, table saws, and sanders. Qualifications & Skills Experience: Proven experience as a Journeyman Patternmaker (Experienced candidates only). Technical Literacy: Expert ability to read and interpret complex industrial blueprints and 2D/3D technical drawings. Mathematical Proficiency: Strong shop math skills for calculating shrink rates and dimensions. Tooling Knowledge: Deep understanding of foundry processes, including sand casting and no-bake molding. Requirements: Must possess a valid Driver’s License and basic organizational/typing skills for internal documentation. Schedule & Compensation Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour (based on experience). Shift: First Shift, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday – Friday). Location: Elyria, OH 44035. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Ability to Relocate: Elyria, OH 44035: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person