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

$54,550

Median Hourly Wage

$26.23*

Total Employed Nationally

2,150


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.