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U.S. Dept. of Labor code 51-7032.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Patternmakers, Wood

Plan, lay out, and construct wooden unit or sectional patterns used in forming sand molds for castings.

What this job is about

Assist in the creation and maintenance of wood patterns.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

  1. 1

    Read blueprints and specifications

    Analyze blueprints and written specifications to determine the sizes and shapes of patterns.

  2. 2

    Assemble wood parts

    Fit and fasten wood components together using various fastening methods to create patterns.

  3. 3

    Lay out and mark patterns

    Draw outlines of patterns on wood stock based on blueprints using measuring devices.

  4. 4

    Operate woodworking machines

    Set up and adjust woodworking machines to cut and shape wood according to specifications.

  5. 5

    Finish and repair patterns

    Apply finishing materials to completed patterns and repair any damaged sections.

Tools used in this work
Autodesk AutoCADMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Outlook

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.