Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic Career

Job Description: Lay out, machine, fit, and assemble castings and parts to metal or plastic foundry patterns, core boxes, or match plates.


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Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$44,490

Median Hourly Wage

$21.39*

Total Employed Nationally

3,420


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.