Model Maker

Lozier; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus potential

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Onsite Health Clinic

401(k) with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Career Development Programs

Casual dress

Mon-Fri onsite schedule

Job summary

Lozier is seeking a Model Maker to fabricate and test product development prototypes and models. You will work from specifications to determine fabrication methods and support product development.

Responsibilities include building fixtures, handling metal and other materials, maintaining records, and assisting with process improvements. This on-site role requires attention to detail and teamwork in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree in engineering technology, drafting, manufacturing technology preferred.
• No experience required if degreed.
• Minimum of 2 years in prototype fabrication or model making if non-degreed.
• Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to read blueprints and shop sketches.
• Able to read measuring instruments: tape, micrometers, calipers, gauges.

Responsibilities

• Build prototypes of new designs and test them.
• Create fixtures and tooling as required.
• Work with ferrous/non-ferrous metals, wood, plastics, composites.
• Maintain records of test data and ECOs; document results.
• Assist with process improvements with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop and proper tool storage.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Math skills

Verbal and written communication

Adaptable to priorities

Teamwork

Education

Associate or technical degree in engineering technology or related field

Tools

Sheet metal equipment

Milling machine

Drill press

Welding equipment

3D printing / rapid prototyping

Job description

ABOUT LOZIER

Every day, millions of people interact with Lozier products without even realizing it. From the shelving in retail stores to the storage systems powering warehouses and online fulfillment, our products keep retail moving. If you’ve shopped in a store or ordered online, chances are you’ve experienced what we build. For 70 years and counting, Lozier Corporation has been the industry leader trusted by top brands across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities nationwide, we combine innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a people-centric culture to shape the future of retail. At Lozier, you’ll join a team that designs industry-leading solutions, builds products retailers and warehouses depend on, and be part of a company that prioritizes growth and development of its workforce. Want to learn more about our culture and what it's like to work at Lozier? Watch this short Come Work With Me video to hear directly from a team member about their experiences and what makes our company a great place to build a career.

BENEFITS AND SCHEDULE

• Company bonus potential.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
• Onsite Health Clinic.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.
• Monday thru Friday schedule, onsite.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Model Maker is responsible for fabricating and testing product development prototypes and models. This role works from defined specifications, sketches, and other technical information provided to determine and apply the appropriate fabrication and drafting methods to support product development.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Champion Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values by demonstrating the behaviors that contribute to Lozier’s success.
• Build prototypes of new designs, perform or assist with testing, evaluate designs, and provide feedback and formal input on designs produced in the model shop.
• Make fixtures and tooling as required.
• Work with a variety of raw materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, wood, composites, laminates, plastics, and miscellaneous packaging materials.
• Maintain accurate records and appropriate disposition of shop requests, test data, load testing results, and related documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on shop equipment.
• Maintain shop in a clean, orderly, and safe condition, ensuring tools and supplies are properly stored.
• Create, process, and initiate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) into the appropriate process; inputs product data and electronically manages related product information as required.
• Model and design new products and perform 3D printing for rapid prototyping under direction.
• Assist multidisciplinary teams with process improvements through process observation, documentation, improvement recommendations, training on current and improved processes, and quality checks and testing.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide timing commitments for new products.
• Electronically transmits preliminary drawing and specification data to support timely entry of bills of materials, product structure, and routing.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of departmental procedures.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate or technical degree in engineering technology, drafting, manufacturing technology, or another related field is preferred.
• Experience: No previous experience required, if degreed.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in prototype fabrication, model making, machining, welding, or metal fabrication role, if non-degreed.
• Required Skills: Basic PC skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Required Skills: Ability to recognize and work to close tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Required Skills: Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop sketches.
• Required Skills: Possess basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Required Skills: Ability to read and accurately use measuring instruments, including tape measures, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and hardness checkers.
• Required Skills: Ability to operate, maintain, and understand the capabilities of applicable sheet metal, machining, woodworking, and welding equipment: Sheet metal equipment: power shear, leaf brake, turret punch, notcher, press brake, plasma cutter. Machine tools: milling machine, pedestal grinder, drill press, band saw, cut‑off saw, belt sander. Woodworking equipment: table saw, radial arm saw, portable saw, router, pneumatic staple gun. Arc welding skills, including various gauges, mixed gauges, joint types, positions, and selection of current, wire type, and feed rate. Resistance/spot welding skills, including electrode selection, weld sequence, current selection, and clamping pressure.
• Required Skills: Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Required Skills: Adaptable to changing priorities.
• Required Skills: Willing to contribute ideas and suggestions.
• Preferred Skills: Ability to determine proper fabrication sequence.
• Preferred Skills: Knowledge of layout work and bend allowances.
• Preferred Skills: Ability to properly use and maintain metal working, woodworking, and mechanic’s hand tools.

SPECIAL DEMANDS

Must maintain a valid driver's license. Must maintain required forklift operator certification. Ability to maneuver manufacturing environments and navigate stairs as needed. Ability to work safely around machinery, welding equipment, and other conditions common to the manufacturing environment. Must be able to stand and work on concrete surfaces for extended periods. Ability to travel as necessary to support company priorities.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre‑hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis.

When it comes to employers, we understand you have choices – and that you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. That’s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing that’s carried us for more than 65 years – a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities across the U.S., Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses, with a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail’s present and future. Retailers have relied on our quality products and service since 1956.