Job Description:

• 1) Fits, assembles, and hand finishes castings and parts in making of metal foundry patterns, using handtools and analyzing specifications according to knowledge of pattern-making methods: Studies blueprint of part to be cast, computes dimensions, and plans sequence of operations.

• 2) Dresses casting down to specified dimensions, using files, scrapers, powered hand grinders, and drill press.

• 3) Assembles pattern, using handtools and bolts, screws, and other fasteners.

• 4) Verifies conformance of pattern dimensions to specifications, using templates and measuring instruments, such as scale, calipers, and micrometer.

• 5) May make templates for own use in inspecting finished surfaces.