Pattern Maker Trainee

**KMC specializes in high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada. Manufacturing unique heat resistant alloys and high nickel/chrome alloys primarily for the petrochemical industries, Kubota leads the industry in quality and advanced technology.**

**Summary**:
Reporting to the Production Manager (Static Moulding/Cleaning/TPI), the Pattern Repair Person works under the direction of the Lead Hand Pattern Maker and is responsible for assisting the Pattern Makers in providing the foundry with accurate pattern and core box equipment in a safe and timely manner.

**Major Responsibilities (but not limited to)**:

- With the guidance of a Pattern Maker, read and interpret blueprints, drawings, or written specifications as defined in the KMC patternmaking manual or provided by Foundry Engineering personnel to determine layout, sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine set-ups.
- Under the direction the Lead Hand Pattern Maker, make changes and modifications to existing pattern equipment.
- Assist in the setting up and operating a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and lathes to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns according to specifications.
- Using a variety of tools, trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand patterns to attain specified shapes.
- Under the direction the Lead Hand Pattern Maker, mark identifying information such as colours or codes on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly directions.
- Assist in finishing completed products or models with shellac, lacquer, wax or paint.
- Assist in repairing broken or damaged parts.
- Assist with dimensional inspections of patterns.
- Assist with transportation of patterns.
- Maintain pattern records and documentation including changing pattern identification and alloy tags.
- Maintain electronic inventories of materials, equipment and products.
- Create and close electronic work orders in a timely manner.

**Education, Experience & Qualifications**:

- College or technical training considered an asset
- Sound experience and competence in working with wood working tools and machinery.
- Previous experience working in a woodshop and/or manufacturing environment considered an asset.
- Strong mathematic skills with the ability to work with and calculate measurements, angles and fractions.
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings or written specifications.

**Hourly Wage Rate**:
$27.22 / hour (Current 2024 rate)

**Shift Premium**

Second Shift 3pm - 11pm: $1.15

Third Shift 11pm - 7am: $1.40

**Benefits**:
Full benefits, including EFAP available from first day of hire.

Defined Contribution Pension Plan begins after successful completion of 90 worked day probation

**PPE**:
All PPE including safety boots paid for by the Company

**We thank all applicants for their interest in Kubota Materials, however, only those under consideration will be contact.**

Kubota Materials Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer which considers all qualified applicants for employment without regards to race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability. Kubota Materials Canada Corporation prohibits discrimination based on these or any other category protected by law.

If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.22 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Woodworking: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-10