Automotive Model & Pattern Maker

Prefix Corporation; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Prefix Corporation in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a Model Maker who uses prints and drawings to create models to customer specs. You will build, modify, and inspect models and fixtures, ensuring dimensions and tolerances meet requirements.

The role requires blueprint reading, experience in automotive modeling, and a high school diploma or technical certificate. Training in shop methods and safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints and interpret engineering drawings.
• Automotive modeling experience sought.
• High school diploma or technical/trade certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Constructing, assembling, or modifying models, molds, and fixtures.
• Select and work with plastics, metals, and composites.
• Align, fit, and join parts using bolts, screws, or welding/gluing.
• Cut, shape, and form parts with lathes, saws, files, and grinders.
• Drill, countersink, and ream holes for fasteners using power tools.
• Inspect and test products for conformance to specs with precision tools.
• Lay out reference points and dimensions on materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma

Technical/trade school certificate (preferred)

Job description

Prefix Corporation in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking a Model Maker who uses prints and drawings to create models to customer specs. You will build, modify, and inspect models and fixtures, ensuring dimensions and tolerances meet requirements.

The role requires blueprint reading, experience in automotive modeling, and a high school diploma or technical certificate. Training in shop methods and safety is essential.