Model Maker (Sheet Metal)

SUMMARY

Hoshizaki America is looking for a model maker for our Engineering team in Peachtree City, GA. The model maker is responsible for building of experimental subassemblies and prototype models requiring a high degree of accuracy.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE

• Looks for opportunity and gets involved
• Able to communicate technical details to others in a way that creates understanding & agreement and provokes action
• Considers available options and recommends the best opportunity
• Collaborates with others through mutual cooperation, solving problems, and showing respect
• Keeps others updated and brings up issues sooner rather than later
• Commitment to learning

IMPACT OF THIS ROLE

• Produces mock-ups, models or other preliminary versions of design concepts and final designs which can be explored, tested, evaluated, and used to promote discussion and development
• Works directly from drawings or CAD data to produce prototypes and/or components
• Analyzes engineering specifications, sketches, and drawings and applies information to build models
• Works with designers, engineers, and other technical staff regarding product information, such as design, capacity and types of material to be used to fabricate the product
• Maintains data and quality assurance procedures according to standard guidelines
• Operates a wide range of equipment common to a model shop environment
• Performs tasks to maintain equipment and inventory

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree or advanced technical training and two years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience producing precision high quality prototypes/models is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and procedure manuals
• Ability to operate 3D printer
• Strong sheet metal fabrication skills and usage of software associated with machines used in fabrication
• Strong skills in using a variety of materials for building prototypes
• Ability to perform hot work such as welding and brazing of various materials
• Ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to quality and detail
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Team oriented and collaborative

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills to interact with designers, engineers and other technical staff
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics and procedure manuals
• Ability to perform hot work such as welding and brazing of various materials
• Ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to quality and detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to operate 3D printer
• Strong sheet metal fabrication skills and usage of software associated with machines used in fabrication.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Associate degree or advanced technical training and five years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience producing precision high quality prototypes/models is required.