# Patternmakers, Metal and Plastic

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

- Code: 51-4062.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 51-4062)
- Family: [Production](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-51), one of its 114 occupations
- Tasks: 15 tasks (8 core and 7 supplemental)
- Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/51-4062.00
- JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/51-4062.00.json

## What the work is made of

1. Verify conformance of patterns or template dimensions to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.  
   Core task · Task 12038 · Rated by 72 people who do the job, July 2017
2. Set up and operate machine tools, such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses, and grinders, to machine castings or patterns.  
   Core task · Task 12036 · Rated by 72 people who do the job, July 2017
3. Repair and rework templates and patterns.  
   Core task · Task 12042 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
4. Assemble pattern sections, using hand tools, bolts, screws, rivets, glue, or welding equipment.  
   Core task · Task 12041 · Rated by 72 people who do the job, July 2017
5. Read and interpret blueprints or drawings of parts to be cast or patterns to be made, compute dimensions, and plan operational sequences.  
   Core task · Task 12037 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
6. Construct platforms, fixtures, and jigs for holding and placing patterns.  
   Core task · Task 12045 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
7. Clean and finish patterns or templates, using emery cloths, files, scrapers, and power grinders.  
   Core task · Task 12044 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
8. Mark identification numbers or symbols onto patterns or templates.  
   Core task · Task 12046 · Rated by 72 people who do the job, July 2017
9. Program computerized numerical control machine tools.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12039 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
10. Create computer models of patterns or parts, using modeling software.  
   Supplemental task · Task 21025 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
11. Design and create templates, patterns, or coreboxes according to work orders, sample parts, or mockups.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12040 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
12. Lay out and draw or scribe patterns onto material, using compasses, protractors, rulers, scribes, or other instruments.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12043 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
13. Paint or lacquer patterns.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12049 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, July 2017
14. Select pattern materials such as wood, resin, and fiberglass.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12047 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017
15. Apply plastic-impregnated fabrics or coats of sealing wax or lacquer to patterns used to produce plastic.  
   Supplemental task · Task 12048 · Rated by 71 people who do the job, July 2017

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