Modeling Technician/Pattern Maker - Badger Alloys, Inc

Badger Alloys

Modeling Technician / Pattern Maker

Badger Alloys is a premier full-service sand foundry with a reputation for superior ferrous and nonferrous castings with complete in-house capabilities for pattern, casting, and machining. We have been in business since 1966 providing a solid history of production and continuous employment.

We are looking for individuals who are self-starters and committed to working for an employer of choice. We offer competitive benefits with a 401K retirement plan.

Badger Alloys is seeking a skilled Pattern Maker with 5-10 plus years experience with wood and plastic patterns and/or three-dimensional modeling experience. Candidates should be able to plan, layout, and construct wood or plastic patterns used in forming sand molds for casting production. Candidates should have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and written specifications, and should have an understanding of typical foundry processes, needs and tooling requirements. The ability to program and/or operate CNC equipment is highly desirable.

Must speak, read and write in English; must have strong mechanical aptitude and good hand eye coordination; Must be able to lift 50 pounds; must obey safety rules and wear personal protective equipment as required.

Desired additional skills:

3D modeling ability using Surfcam, Powershape, Powermill, or working knowledge of Pro E and or AutoCAD.

The ability to understand, diagnose and correct problems with existing tooling made with manual techniques would also be desirable.

This list of duties and responsibilities are not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Badger Alloys Pattern Shop:

5050 W. State Street Milwaukee, WI 53208

1st shift: hours 6am-2:30

Badger Alloys is an equal opportunity Employer