Patternmakers, Wood

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

Tasks Include:

Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.
Lay out patterns on wood stock and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products, based on blueprint specifications and sketches, and using marking and measuring devices.
Verify dimensions of completed patterns, using templates, straightedges, calipers, and/or protractors.
Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and lathes to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.
Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools.
Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, and screws.
Correct patterns to compensate for defects in castings.

The data sources for the information displayed here include: O*NET™ 16.0; US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.

Projections Quick View:

Virginia: 0.0%

National: + 4.3%

Education

Post-Secondary Certificate

Job Zone:

Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Income Range:

Moderately High ($36,000 - $49,999)

Average Earnings:

National

$40,700.00

State

No Data

Regional

Patternmakers, Wood

Description

Career Cluster:

Manufacturing

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

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Patternmakers, Wood

Education

Required Level of Education

Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades) = 45.93%
High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) = 27.53%
Less than a High School Diploma = 11.72%
Some College Courses = 10.34%
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree) = 4.48%

Related Work Experience

None = 23.65%
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years = 19.56%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 19.01%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 13.67%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 10.02%
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years = 9.11%
Over 10 years = 2.72%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 2.28%

On-Site or In-Plant Training

None = 38.70%
Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 15.21%
Up to and including 1 month = 12.94%
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months = 12.03%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 9.44%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 6.65%
Over 10 years = 2.24%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 1.50%
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months = 1.31%

On-the-Job Training

Over 4 years, up to and including 10 years = 38.04%
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years = 20.54%
Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month = 19.65%
None or short demonstration = 9.57%
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year = 6.72%
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years = 4.87%
Over 10 years = 0.61%

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Patternmakers, Wood

Tasks

Core Tasks Include:

Read blueprints, drawings, or written specifications to determine sizes and shapes of patterns and required machine setups.
Lay out patterns on wood stock and draw outlines of units, sectional patterns, or full-scale mock-ups of products, based on blueprint specifications and sketches, and using marking and measuring devices.
Verify dimensions of completed patterns, using templates, straightedges, calipers, and/or protractors.
Set up, operate, and adjust a variety of woodworking machines such as bandsaws and lathes to cut and shape sections, parts, and patterns, according to specifications.
Trim, smooth, and shape surfaces, and plane, shave, file, scrape, and sand models to attain specified shapes, using hand tools.
Fit, fasten, and assemble wood parts together to form patterns, models, or sections, using glue, nails, dowels, bolts, and screws.
Correct patterns to compensate for defects in castings.
Construct wooden models, templates, full scale mock-ups, jigs, and/or molds for shaping parts of products.
Compute dimensions, areas, volumes, and weights.
Mark identifying information such as colors or codes on patterns, parts, and templates to indicate assembly methods.
Finish completed products or models with shellac, lacquer, wax, or paint.
Glue fillets along interior angles of patterns.
Select lumber to be used for patterns.
Repair broken or damaged patterns.
Maintain pattern records for reference.
Inventory equipment and supplies, ordering parts and tools as necessary.

Supplemental Tasks Include:

Estimate costs for patternmaking jobs.
Divide patterns into sections according to shapes of castings to facilitate removal of patterns from molds.
Issue patterns to designated machine operators.
Collect and store patterns and lumber.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Knowledge

%	Subject	Description
71.75	Mathematics	Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
69.00	Mechanical	Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
65.50	Design	Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
58.25	Engineering and Technology	Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
55.00	Production and Processing	Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

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Skills

%	Subject	Description
59.50	Operation and Control	Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
56.25	Operations Analysis	Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
53.00	Reading Comprehension	Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
50.00	Complex Problem Solving	Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
50.00	Operation Monitoring	Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
50.00	Active Listening	Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
50.00	Critical Thinking	Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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Abilities

%	Subject	Description
75.00	Arm-Hand Steadiness	The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
75.00	Manual Dexterity	The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
65.75	Control Precision	The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
65.75	Near Vision	The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
65.75	Reaction Time	The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
59.50	Multilimb Coordination	The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
59.50	Finger Dexterity	The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
53.25	Visualization	The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
53.25	Selective Attention	The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
53.25	Information Ordering	The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
53.25	Speech Recognition	The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
53.25	Depth Perception	The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
53.25	Written Comprehension	The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
50.00	Speech Clarity	The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
50.00	Perceptual Speed	The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
50.00	Problem Sensitivity	The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
50.00	Deductive Reasoning	The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
50.00	Oral Expression	The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
50.00	Oral Comprehension	The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Work Activities

%	Subject	Description
90.00	Getting Information	Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
79.50	Controlling Machines and Processes	Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
63.50	Handling and Moving Objects	Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
61.50	Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
61.00	Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material	Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
60.25	Making Decisions and Solving Problems	Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
56.75	Performing General Physical Activities	Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
56.75	Thinking Creatively	Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
55.50	Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
54.25	Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
52.25	Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Work Styles

%	Subject	Description
84.00	Attention to Detail	Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
71.25	Dependability	Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
69.75	Analytical Thinking	Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
67.75	Innovation	Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.
66.25	Independence	Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
66.00	Self Control	Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
65.25	Persistence	Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
64.75	Integrity	Job requires being honest and ethical.
64.50	Achievement/Effort	Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.
61.75	Cooperation	Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
61.75	Initiative	Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
61.00	Stress Tolerance	Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
60.25	Adaptability/Flexibility	Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
56.75	Concern for Others	Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
54.00	Leadership	Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Work Values

%	Subject	Description
66.67	Support	Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Work Context

%	Subject	Description
97.60	Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets	How much does this job require wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hats or life jackets?
95.40	Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls	How much does this job require using your hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls?
94.60	Face-to-Face Discussions	How often do you have to have face-to-face discussions with individuals or teams in this job?
93.20	Exposed to Hazardous Equipment	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous equipment?
92.20	Importance of Being Exact or Accurate	How important is being very exact or highly accurate in performing this job?
91.00	Exposed to Contaminants	How often does this job require working exposed to contaminants (such as pollutants, gases, dust or odors)?
84.20	Spend Time Standing	How much does this job require standing?
83.60	Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable	How often does this job require working exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable?
83.20	Time Pressure	How often does this job require the worker to meet strict deadlines?
83.20	Structured versus Unstructured Work	To what extent is this job structured for the worker, rather than allowing the worker to determine tasks, priorities, and goals?
81.20	Freedom to Make Decisions	How much decision making freedom, without supervision, does the job offer?
74.80	Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings	How often does this job require exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings?
73.00	Work With Work Group or Team	How important is it to work with others in a group or team in this job?
72.80	Contact With Others	How much does this job require the worker to be in contact with others (face-to-face, by telephone, or otherwise) in order to perform it?
72.40	Frequency of Decision Making	How frequently is the worker required to make decisions that affect other people, the financial resources, and/or the image and reputation of the organization?
71.80	Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results	How do the decisions an employee makes impact the results of co-workers, clients or the company?
71.00	Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in non-controlled environmental conditions (e.g., warehouse without heat)?
67.80	Spend Time Walking and Running	How much does this job require walking and running?
65.00	Responsible for Others' Health and Safety	How much responsibility is there for the health and safety of others in this job?
64.40	Physical Proximity	To what extent does this job require the worker to perform job tasks in close physical proximity to other people?
63.20	Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions	How much does this job require making repetitive motions?
61.60	Responsibility for Outcomes and Results	How responsible is the worker for work outcomes and results of other workers?
61.20	Letters and Memos	How often does the job require written letters and memos?
59.80	Coordinate or Lead Others	How important is it to coordinate or lead others in accomplishing work activities in this job?
59.20	Indoors, Environmentally Controlled	How often does this job require working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions?
58.20	Telephone	How often do you have telephone conversations in this job?
57.20	Exposed to Hazardous Conditions	How often does this job require exposure to hazardous conditions?
56.20	Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions	How often does this job require working in cramped work spaces that requires getting into awkward positions?
54.60	Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body	How much does this job require bending or twisting your body?
54.40	Very Hot or Cold Temperatures	How often does this job require working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures?
54.00	Frequency of Conflict Situations	How often are there conflict situations the employee has to face in this job?
51.60	Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection	How much does this job require wearing specialized protective or safety equipment such as breathing apparatus, safety harness, full protection suits, or radiation protection?
50.20	Consequence of Error	How serious would the result usually be if the worker made a mistake that was not readily correctable?
49.80	Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling	How much does this job require kneeling, crouching, stooping or crawling?
49.60	Level of Competition	To what extent does this job require the worker to compete or to be aware of competitive pressures?

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Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed

Overall Experience
- Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.
Job Training
- Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Examples
- These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, interviewers, and insurance sales agents.
Education
- Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Earnings Benefits

Region	Entry Level	Average	Experienced
United States	$23,230.00	$40,630.00	$64,050.00
Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

Region	Entry Level	Average	Experienced
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	No Data	No Data	No Data
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	No Data	No Data	No Data
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia and Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	No Data	No Data	No Data
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

The data sources for the information displayed here include: US Department of Labor (BLS); Virginia Workforce Connection.

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Employment Projections

National	2010	2020	% Change
United States	1,200	1,300	+ 4.3%

State	2008	2018	% Change
Virginia	0	0	+ 0.0%

Region	2008	2018	% Change
Bay Consortium	No Data	No Data	No Data
Capital Region Workforce Partnership	0	0	+ 0.0%
Central VA/Region2000	No Data	No Data	No Data
Crater Area	No Data	No Data	No Data
Greater Peninsula	0	0	+ 0.0%
Hampton Roads	No Data	No Data	No Data
New River/Mt. Rogers	No Data	No Data	No Data
Northern Virginia and Alexandria/Arlington	No Data	No Data	No Data
Piedmont Workforce	No Data	No Data	No Data
Shenandoah Valley	No Data	No Data	No Data
South Central	0	0	+ 0.0%
Southwestern Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data
West Piedmont	No Data	No Data	No Data
Western Virginia	No Data	No Data	No Data

The data sources for the information displayed here include: Virginia Workforce Connection.

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Patternmakers, Wood

Proficiency Ratings

These proficiencies are scored on a scale from 1 to 5 with 1 being not
important to the job and 5 being extremely important to the job.

Proficiency	Rating
Getting Information	4.5
Controlling Machines and Processes	4.0
Handling and Moving Objects	3.5
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment	3.5
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material	3.5
Making Decisions and Solving Problems	3.5
Performing General Physical Activities	3.5
Thinking Creatively	3.5
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge	3.0
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates	3.0
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships	3.0
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events	3.0
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment	3.0
Interacting With Computers	3.0
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information	3.0
Processing Information	3.0
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work	3.0
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others	2.5
Analyzing Data or Information	2.5
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings	2.5
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment	2.5
Developing Objectives and Strategies	2.5
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards	2.5
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People	2.5
Documenting/Recording Information	2.5
Training and Teaching Others	2.5
Assisting and Caring for Others	2.5
Coaching and Developing Others	2.5
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others	2.5
Scheduling Work and Activities	2.5
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others	2.0
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates	2.0
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization	2.0
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment	1.5
Performing Administrative Activities	1.5
Developing and Building Teams	1.5
Selling or Influencing Others	1.5
Monitoring and Controlling Resources	1.5
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others	1.5
Staffing Organizational Units	1.0
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public	1.0

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