PATTERN SHOP FITTER

PATTERN SHOP FITTER: PATTERN SHOP DEPARTMENT

Fitting parts into machinery and equipment, checking parts for accuracy and fit, using tools to cut, file, plane, bore and drill metal. Diagnosing problems with machines and reporting issues to manager, ensuring that health and safety regulations are followed.

Fitter Responsibilities:

• Analyzing the blueprints for mechanical systems to determine the specifications of the components to be constructed.
• Constructing structural components from raw materials.
• Using welding equipment to fuse structural components.
• Inspecting fabricated components to ensure that they are the correct size.
• Utilizing shears, power saws, cutting torches, and chipper knives to cut structural components as needed.
• Creating a suitable maintenance schedule and performing system maintenance accordingly.
• Conducting diagnostic testing on malfunctioning systems to determine the root cause of the malfunction.
• Replacing damaged or defective structural components as needed.
• Adhering to all work-site safety rules and regulations.
• Work from drawings, sketches, samples, and layouts, using micrometers, calipers, gauges, scales, and other instruments that relate to pattern making.
• The creation and alteration of original sample patterns, the conversion of these sample patterns for production through fittings.
• Construct, revise, and repair patterns, core boxes, and models, repair damaged or worn metal patterns, cast plastic, and urethane as required.
• Makes prototype patterns for fit, appearance, sew ability and packaging.
• When line is finalized, assign pattern numbers to manufacturing specs, attend spec writing meetings for each season, and finalize construction details with manufacturing personnel.
• Grade full sets of patterns from sample size pattern.
• Analyze test data and make computations as necessary to determine test results.

Fitter Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Appropriate state certification.
• Proven experience working as a fitter.
• Sound knowledge of local and state building codes.
• The ability to use hand and power tools.
• The ability to interpret blueprints for mechanical systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Welding and mechanical skills.
• ITI/ Diploma/ B. Tech or equivalent.

Salary : Depends on skills and knowledge. For experienced candidate - Hike on current salary.