Wood Model Maker

stellantisexternalcx; Michigan; On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

stellantisexternalcx is seeking a Wood Model Maker for our Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The role involves building rough stock for CNC machines, hand-assembling parts, and finishing surfaces for lamination or vacuum forming.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of relevant experience, and the ability to read 2D/3D drawings. Strong woodworking skills and familiarity with laminating processes are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
• Journeyman Wood Model Maker.
• Working knowledge of Planners, Jointers, Band saws, Table saws, and other wood working machinery.
• Able to read 2d and 3d drawings.
• Able to create model from 3D drawing.
• Working knowledge of Fiberglass & Carbon Fiber lamination process.
• Proper use and type of sandpaper.
• Proper use and type of wood filler.
• Able to read height gauges, calipers and use scribe tools.
• Proper use of spray gun for application of sanding sealer.
• Able Glue up stock in preparation for CNC machine.
• Square a base.
• Build a perfect plank base.
• Flatten stock for mounting.
• Drill holes in stock.
• Drill & countersink holes in base.
• Thorough understanding of CNC milling processes.

Responsibilities

• Build rough stock for CNC machines.
• Hand build parts and finish sand and coat models for lamination or vacuum forming.

Skills

Journeyman Wood Model Maker

Reading drawings

3D modeling from drawings

Fiberglass lamination

Carbon fiber lamination

Sanding

Wood filler handling

Measuring tools

Spray finishing

Glue up stock prep

Base preparation

Drilling and countersinking

CNC milling familiarity

Stock flattening

Base squaring

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year of relevant experience

Tools

Planners

Jointers

Band saws

Table saws

Height gauges

Calipers

Scribe tools

Spray gun

Urethane mold making

Job description

We are looking for a Wood Model Maker in our Prototype Wood Model Shop (Concept Tooling). The candidate will build rough stock for CNC machines, hand build parts, and finish sand and coat models for lamination or Vacuum forming.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience
• Journeyman Wood Model Maker
• Working knowledge of Planners, Jointers, Band saws, Table saws, and other wood working machinery
• Able to read 2d and 3d drawings
• Able to create model from 3D drawing
• Working knowledge of Fiberglass & Carbon Fiber lamination process
• Proper use and type of sandpaper
• Proper use and type of wood filler
• Able to read height gages, calipers and use scribe tools
• Proper use of spray gun for application of sanding sealer
• Able Glue up stock in preparation for CNC machine.
• Square a base.
• Build a perfect plank base.
• Flatten stock for mounting.
• Drill holes in stock
• Drill & countersink holes in base.
• Thorough understanding of CNC milling processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of model building experience
• Able to laminate and trim fiberglass and carbon fiber parts.
• Exposed to urethane mold making.