Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic
SOC Code: 51-4062
Patternmakers, Metal and Plastics verify conformance of patterns or template dimensions to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 87.3/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Operations Monitoring, Quality Control Analysis, Quality Control Analysis.
AI-Proof Score: 87.3 — Very High
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Median Salary
$54,540
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Job Growth
-24.4%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Operations Monitoring
- •Quality Control Analysis
- •Operation and Control
- •Monitoring
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Active Listening
- •Speaking
Common Tasks
- ✓Verify conformance of patterns or template dimensions to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
- ✓Set up and operate machine tools, such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses, and grinders, to machine castings or patterns.
- ✓Repair and rework templates and patterns.
- ✓Assemble pattern sections, using hand tools, bolts, screws, rivets, glue, or welding equipment.
- ✓Read and interpret blueprints or drawings of parts to be cast or patterns to be made, compute dimensions, and plan operational sequences.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation