Model Maker 1

Goodman Manufacturing; Texas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Manufacturing is seeking a Model Maker 1 to fabricate prototype parts from sketches and prints, and assemble units for testing in engineering labs. The role involves operating machines, assembling components, and supporting prototype development with attention to safety and quality standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, some machinist training, and 0–2 years of model making experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; machinist training preferred.
• 0-2 years of progressive model making experience or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various machines to bore, cut, drill, form, grind, mill, shape, turn.
• Assemble and adjust components to ensure alignment, clearance, and proper operation.
• Fabricate parts from prints or sketches for prototype units.
• Support development and testing of prototype units for fit and function.
• Maintain organized workstation and adhere to safety and quality standards.
• Follow company policies and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Assembly tools

Print reading

Brazing skills

Machine setup

Product knowledge

Coil circuitry

CAD drawing

Machine maintenance

Analytical thinking

3D printer operation

Education

High School Diploma

Machinist classes

Tools

Prints and sketches

Job description

The Model Maker 1 responsibilities include but are not limited to fabricating prototypes parts from sketches and prints, assembling engineering prototype units for testing in engineering labs.

Position Responsibilities may include:

• Set-up and operate various machines to bore, cut, drill, form, grind, mill, shape, turn, etc.
• Assemble, fit, and adjust numerous components, details, and mechanisms to obtain accurate alignment, clearance, relationship, and operation.
• Fabricate parts from prints, sketches, or various devices and recommendations.
• Support building prototype and developmental units for testing and for fit and function of design.
• Maintain an organized workstation and practice good housekeeping.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards, policies, and practices as well as company standards and quality control procedures.
• To manufacture, create basic parts and assemble parts to make working prototype and working 3D models of new designs or design improvements on product for testing and fit and function.
• Perform other job duties as needed and required.

Nature & Scope:

• Works within well-defined instructions and processes and under guidance.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Basic math skills.
• Able to work with the basic materials.
• Basic assembly tool knowledge.
• Basic print reading and understanding.
• Basic brazing skills with different materials.
• Basic machine knowledge setup and running.
• Basic product knowledge.
• Basic coil circuiting.
• Basic Cad drawing skills and machine programming skills.
• Basic machine maintenance knowledge.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to learn how to operate a 3D printer

Experience:

• 0-2 years of progressive experience with model making or equivalent work experience.

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Machinist Classes or Sheet metal classes/ Vocational Training / Certifications preferred.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• It requires frequent sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ability to stand or sit for long periods.
• Good manual dexterity, fine motor skills, visual acuity, and ability to use full range of motion.
• Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, crawl, or crouch.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Capable of operating light tools and basic machinery.
• Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Reports To:

The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

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