Patternmaker S2

About the role

KSB GIW, Inc.

• Department: Pattern shop
• Reports to: Pattern shop Supervisor
• Location: Grovetown, Georgia
• Shift: 1st
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Overview

The Patternmaker S2 is responsible for constructing high-quality wood and composite patterns to support GIW's foundry operations. This role requires hands-on craftsmanship, precision, and the ability to interpret engineered drawings. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, safety-mindedness, and teamwork to a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Always promotes safety as the top priority.
• Adheres to all company rules, policies, and maintains a clean, organized work environment.
• Constructs wood and composite patterns to GIW engineering standards.
• Troubleshoots pattern-related issues impacting foundry and machining operations.
• Performs quality checks on new patterns and first-piece castings.
• Reads and interprets engineered drawings using both metric and English units.
• Understands and applies General Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Works with urethane and fiberglass pattern systems.
• Operates woodworking equipment safely and efficiently.
• Directs laborers during pattern construction tasks.
• Communicates effectively and contributes to a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical education in drafting or engineering (minimum 2 years) preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on pattern making experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct supporting staff.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with layout and blueprint reading skills.
• Proficient in GD&T interpretation and application.
• Working knowledge of CNC/CAM is a plus.
• Excellent mathematical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have a strong attendance record and ability to work collaboratively.

Physical Requirements

Frequently

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 lbs.

Occasionally

• Overhead work
• Climbing ladders or stairs
• Driving forklifts
• Operating cranes

Additional information

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.