Model Maker II

Rheem Manufacturing Company; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheem Manufacturing Company in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking a Model Maker II to fabricate components per engineering specs. You will read blueprints, use CAD for basic problem solving, operate fabrication tools, document progress, and contribute to R&D teams.

This onsite role requires 3+ years experience, an associate degree or Vo-tech training, and solid drafting/CAD knowledge. You will work Monday–Friday in office and report to project leaders while upholding Rheem's safety and quality

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in model making or related roles.
• Associate degree, Vo-tech degree, or equivalent experience is required.
• Understanding of drafting standards, CAD, sheet metal and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and translate drawings into sheet metal components.
• Use CAD to evaluate basic problems and assist design teams.
• Operate, repair, and maintain hand tools and basic fabrication equipment.
• Document task records and project status; write reports.
• Provide regular verbal and written project updates to leaders.
• Participate in R&D design development teams.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Sheet metal design

Communication

Independent work

Education

Associate degree or Vo-tech training

Tools

CAD software

Office software

Job description

Job Description

The Model Maker II fabricates and constructs basic components and systems by engineering specifications, procedures, and acceptable industry standards under the guidance of/in support of senior technicians.

This position will serve our Rheem North America Division, located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This position follows our Onsite work arrangement, with team members working in the office Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Use blueprints and work from drawings related to the design of sheet metal components and general component assembly.
• Use design and manufacturing-related computer-aided design (CAD) software to evaluate basic problems.
• Operate, repair, and maintain hand tools, welding, brazing, and basic fabrication equipment to form basic components in keeping with accepted practices.
• Connect and assemble equipment and systems according to engineering specifications or accepted practices.
• Operated computer systems to document task records and reports, managed task documentation, fabrication equipment operation, and project status reporting.
• Write reports covering project conditions, procedures, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Manage electronic communications, assigned tasks, and task documentation by company policy.
• Provide regular verbal and written reports summarizing project results and conclusions to project leaders.
• Complete assigned tasks and participate in R&D design development teams according to defined requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience required.
• An associate degree, Vo-tech Degree, or equivalent experience is required.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the concepts of: (A) General drafting standards and CAD systems; (B) Sheet metal, tubing and assembly design and design fabrication; (C) Design fabrication equipment operation, maintenance, and repair; (D) Office, email, calendar, document, and file management software use.
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well independently or within a team atmosphere.
• Individual task management skills.
• Must be able to safely climb, bend, or otherwise move while potentially carrying heavy equipment or parts, up to 50 pounds, occasionally.

As a Leader At Rheem, How You Achieve Results Is As Important As The Results You Achieve. While LEADING SELF, You Will Be Expected To Demonstrate The Following Competencies And Behaviors

• Adapting
• Business Understanding
• Collaborating
• Communicating Effectively
• Continuously Improving
• Customer-Orientation
• Developing Self
• Focusing on Results
• Influencing
• Managing Relationships
• Managing Work
• Problem Solving & Decision Making

Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

About Us

At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day.

Our Behavior Based Values Set Us Apart

• Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objective
• Contributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respect
• Thinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lens
• Acting with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont.

Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.