What are the responsibilities and job description for the Model Maker position at MillerKnoll?
Why join us?
If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Geiger, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth. We offer a competitive hourly wage, generous benefits that start on your first day, and endless possibilities for career growth. Connect with our hiring team today to learn more.
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Geiger means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Geiger to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.
GENERAL PURPOSE
Perform the building of prototypes, models and mock-ups to a degree of completion required by Design/Development teams for proper evaluation and/or presentation. Working from sketches, layout drawings, completed detailed drawings, CAD data as available, all in accordance with a predetermined schedule and/or priorities.
Perform the building of prototypes, models and mock-ups to a degree of completion required by Design/Development teams for proper evaluation and/or presentation. Working from sketches, layout drawings, completed detailed drawings, CAD data as available, all in accordance with a predetermined schedule and/or priorities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in the development and training of Model Maker Apprentice.
Be attentive of new modeling techniques, materials, processes and technology.
Collaborate on product design solutions with Design/Development to influence feasibility of production or prototype runs.
Design and build fixtures or molds as needed to aid in the building of models and prototypes.
Develop and/or build models, prototypes and mock-ups in the most feasible way, per customer requirements, goals and objectives.
Perform additional requirements as operations may require in support of achieving business objectives.
Recommend and assist in the determination of materials, method, procedure and technology to be used building models and prototypes.
Support Senior Model Maker with cost and timing estimations as required.
Take strong ownership in projects; provide vital feedback to customers on projects completed.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist in the development and training of Model Maker Apprentice.
Be attentive of new modeling techniques, materials, processes and technology.
Collaborate on product design solutions with Design/Development to influence feasibility of production or prototype runs.
Design and build fixtures or molds as needed to aid in the building of models and prototypes.
Develop and/or build models, prototypes and mock-ups in the most feasible way, per customer requirements, goals and objectives.
Perform additional requirements as operations may require in support of achieving business objectives.
Recommend and assist in the determination of materials, method, procedure and technology to be used building models and prototypes.
Support Senior Model Maker with cost and timing estimations as required.
Take strong ownership in projects; provide vital feedback to customers on projects completed.
Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
Bachelor degree in Model Making or a Journeyman Design Model Maker or equivalent.
Four years experience in a Design/Development Model Shop.
Skills and Abilities
Possess good competence and creative skills.
Understanding and experience working with a variety of materials such as clay, wood, metal, sheet metal, plastics, epoxies, urethanes and metal castings.
Familiarity with Industrial Design concepts and processes.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, related to wood, metal forming and plastic.
Ability to utilize all of the model shop's equipment and processes.
Well-developed conceptual, analytical and communication skills.
Familiarity of the Rapid-Prototyping and Rapid-Tooling industry and processes.
Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation/communication software and tools currently being used in the office environment, basic knowledge of Product View and Solid View.
Basic understanding of the modeling technologies and equipment used in CAD/CAM, Product Visualization, and FEA.
Ability to make sound decisions without all relevant data present.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to solve problems with the sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter, reliable, motivated in one's work, with a strong ability to work in a team environment.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
Bachelor degree in Model Making or a Journeyman Design Model Maker or equivalent.
Four years experience in a Design/Development Model Shop.
Skills and Abilities
Possess good competence and creative skills.
Understanding and experience working with a variety of materials such as clay, wood, metal, sheet metal, plastics, epoxies, urethanes and metal castings.
Familiarity with Industrial Design concepts and processes.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, related to wood, metal forming and plastic.
Ability to utilize all of the model shop's equipment and processes.
Well-developed conceptual, analytical and communication skills.
Familiarity of the Rapid-Prototyping and Rapid-Tooling industry and processes.
Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation/communication software and tools currently being used in the office environment, basic knowledge of Product View and Solid View.
Basic understanding of the modeling technologies and equipment used in CAD/CAM, Product Visualization, and FEA.
Ability to make sound decisions without all relevant data present.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Ability to solve problems with the sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
Self-starter, reliable, motivated in one's work, with a strong ability to work in a team environment.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.
Who We Hire?
Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.
MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at
careers_help@millerknoll.com
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