Model Makers, Metal and Plastic
SOC Code: 51-4061 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, milling and engraving machines, and jig borers to make working models of metal or plastic objects. Includes template makers.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Model Makers, Metal and Plastic. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $71,157 | $88,691 | $106,226 | $123,760 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $68,848 | $86,549 | $104,270 | $121,971 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $68,162 | $85,696 | $103,251 | $120,786 |
| Vallejo, CA | $67,850 | $85,467 | $103,085 | $120,702 |
| Modesto, CA | $70,221 | $85,862 | $101,525 | $117,166 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $70,533 | $86,008 | $101,504 | $116,979 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $70,117 | $85,613 | $101,088 | $116,584 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $69,014 | $84,677 | $100,360 | $116,022 |
| Chico, CA | $57,429 | $71,677 | $85,904 | $100,152 |
| Fresno, CA | $57,429 | $71,677 | $85,904 | $100,152 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operation and Control | 3.6 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.5 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.2 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | 4.3 |
| Mathematics | 4.0 |
| Production and Processing | 3.9 |
| Design | 3.9 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.8 |
| Computers and Electronics | 2.9 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.7 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 41.0% |
| Some college | 37.7% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 15.5% |
| Associate's degree | 5.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Study blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine material dimensions, required equipment, and operations sequences.
- Set up and operate machines, such as lathes, drill presses, punch presses, or bandsaws, to fabricate prototypes or models.
- Inspect and test products to verify conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments or circuit testers.
- Cut, shape, and form metal parts, using lathes, power saws, snips, power brakes and shears, files, and mallets.
- Lay out and mark reference points and dimensions on materials, using measuring instruments and drawing or scribing tools.
- Drill, countersink, and ream holes in parts and assemblies for bolts, screws, and other fasteners, using power tools.
- Grind, file, and sand parts to finished dimensions.
- Record specifications, production operations, and final dimensions of models for use in establishing operating standards and procedures.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Word CNC Software Mastercam PTC Creo Parametric
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