Model Maker / Pattern Maker

Earn a $500 signing bonus paid out as $250 after your first 3 full months of working with us and another $250 after your first 6 months!

Are you looking for a company with a family atmosphere, excellent benefits, stable and interesting work, opportunity for growth, where your contribution to the team is truly valued?

What is life like at DAC Worldwide?

• We’re committed to you being happy inside and outside of work. We offer paid holidays, paid time off (PTO) and no required weekends so you can rest and spend time with your family and hobbies.
• You will be part of something special. DAC Worldwide is affiliated with Amatrol, a long-standing family-owned business since 1981. We design and build training systems that help people learn the skills needed to get better jobs.
• We offer opportunities to advance your career within our company.
• You will be part of a team – not just a number in a big company.

What will you be doing?

• Fabricate and assemble components & finished goods to product specifications.
• Complete, modify & test models, sub-assemblies and finished goods.
• Document and maintain manufacturing procedures for specified devices.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot defects and errors.
• Calibrate, test and maintain production and test-associated equipment where applicable and designated.

How do you get the job?

• An excellent eye for detail.
• Machine shop skills.
• Experience with hand tools (ex. Dremel tools)
• Experience with different types of plastics, acrylics, etc.
• Experience with silicon rubber molds and a variety of casting materials.
• Good level of mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read blueprints and other product specs.
• Good organizational skills and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable - arrive on time and ready for the day.
• Ability to frequently lift/move items up to 25 pounds, sometimes over 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• This position requires an organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.

We offer:

• All Employees work Day Shift (we want everyone to have work-life balance!)
• Hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Optional overtime is available from time to time.
• Climate controlled facility.
• Seven Paid Holidays.
• 40 hours PTO (Paid Time Off), plus 40 hours sick time accrued your first year. PTO grows the longer you stay with us, reaching up to 3 weeks per year!
• Free access for our full eLearning library and SACA certifications.
• Opportunity to advance your skills AND your pay!
• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance at affordable rates.
• Company paid Life Insurance and Short Term Disability.

About our Companies:

DAC Worldwide is a US-based world leader in technical training solutions. For over 35 years DAC Worldwide has been helping maintenance departments, training professionals, vocational educators, and workforce development specialists with realistic, hands-on training systems.

Amatrol designs, develops, and manufactures technical training systems, highly interactive eLearning, hands-on simulators, and more to train tomorrow’s global workforce for many diverse industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, packaging, and more. Colleges, universities, and high schools as well as companies use our made-in-the-USA products to teach individuals technical and workplace skills ranging from entry-level basic technical skills to advanced technology troubleshooting.

Bayport Technical specializes in building trainers, working industrial demonstrators, glass, and acrylic training models, and customized training equipment primarily in the areas of instrumentation and process control. Located in the heart of the refining and chemical processing center of the world along the U.S. Gulf Coast in La Porte, Texas, we are fully equipped for research, manufacturing, and special production needs.

Note: To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a current, chronological resume showing relevant work experience.

Please contact Human Resources if you need any accommodations during the job application process due to a disability. DAC Worldwide is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer.

*This position is not eligible for placement by outside recruiters.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Model Making: 1 year (Required)
• Fabrication: 1 year (Required)
• Blueprint reading: 1 year (Required)
• Dremel tools: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person