Woodworker

Ashland Foundry & Machine Works, LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sawbrook Steel Casting LLC in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a skilled individual for pattern making, responsible for repairing patterns and core boxes for various mold lines. The ideal candidate should have strong manual dexterity and experience with woodworking tools.

Responsibilities also include constructing gating systems, preparing patterns for production, and ensuring project communication and efficiency. A high school diploma or GED is required, and applicants should be able to lift 70 pounds and work under varying temperature conditions.

Qualifications

• Excellent manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude.
• Experienced in operating manual woodworking machinery and power hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and sketches.

Responsibilities

• Construct gating and risers for complex castings using various materials.
• Prepare and repair patterns and core boxes scheduled for production.
• Build fixtures and templates for casting inspection.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Mechanical aptitude

Woodworking machinery operation

Power hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman card preferred

Job description

Sawbrook Steel Casting LLC is looking to add someone to our team who is experienced in repairing small and large patterns as well as core boxes for green sand and air set mold lines. We are willing to consider experience with other woodworking trades such as cabinet making or finish carpentry.

Qualifications

• Excellent manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
• Experienced in the safe operation of all manual woodworking machinery and power hand tools

Responsibilities

• Construct gating and risers for simple to complex castings using traditional wood, tooling board, plaster, styrofoam, wax, leather, urethane, and epoxy materials
• Prepare and repair existing patterns and core boxes scheduled for production
• Build fixtures and templates to aid casting inspection
• Help plan, document, and communicate efficiently with all departments at the beginning of projects, followed by double-checking during construction to assure accurate, fast, and reliable results
• Learn from journeyman wood pattern makers and teach others as a team player
• Own, maintain, and strive to modernize a complete set of hand & precision measuring tools for wood pattern making
• Maintain and clean the pattern shop and its equipment according to schedule
• Participate in a continuous improvement program

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required - journeyman card preferred
• Must be able to work alone or as a team
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, sketches, shop travelers, and schedules
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds
• Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment
• Must be able to work in various temperatures based on outside weather conditions