Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
SOC Code: 51-4062 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Lay out, machine, fit, and assemble castings and parts to metal or plastic foundry patterns, core boxes, or match plates.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Patternmakers, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo, OH | $54,142 | $66,706 | $79,290 | $91,853 |
| Springfield, OH | $49,462 | $62,130 | $74,818 | $87,485 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $48,464 | $60,154 | $71,864 | $83,554 |
| Columbus, OH | $49,629 | $60,882 | $72,114 | $83,366 |
| West Northwestern Ohio nonmetropolitan area | $48,568 | $60,154 | $71,718 | $83,304 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $69,077 | $73,362 | $77,626 | $81,910 |
| Bloomington, IL | $73,466 | $76,253 | $79,061 | $81,848 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $73,466 | $76,253 | $79,061 | $81,848 |
| Decatur, IL | $73,466 | $76,253 | $79,061 | $81,848 |
| Kankakee, IL | $73,466 | $76,253 | $79,061 | $81,848 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.4 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.1 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.6 |
| Mechanical | 3.4 |
| Mathematics | 3.4 |
| Design | 3.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 3.1 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.8 |
| Administration and Management | 2.6 |
| English Language | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-secondary certificate | 40.2% |
| High school diploma | 33.5% |
| Some college | 15.0% |
| Less than high school | 8.7% |
| Associate's degree | 2.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Set up and operate machine tools, such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses, and grinders, to machine castings or patterns.
- Read and interpret blueprints or drawings of parts to be cast or patterns to be made, compute dimensions, and plan operational sequences.
- Verify conformance of patterns or template dimensions to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
- Assemble pattern sections, using hand tools, bolts, screws, rivets, glue, or welding equipment.
- Repair and rework templates and patterns.
- Clean and finish patterns or templates, using emery cloths, files, scrapers, and power grinders.
- Construct platforms, fixtures, and jigs for holding and placing patterns.
- Mark identification numbers or symbols onto patterns or templates.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Autodesk AutoCAD Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook 3D Systems Geomagic Design X Delcam PowerMILL Mastercam computer-aided design and manufacturing software
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