Model Maker

Mattel • El Segundo, CA

1d • $28 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The Model Shop team supports the development of innovative toy concepts and product experiences by creating high-quality physical models, prototypes, and presentation materials. The team partners closely with design, engineering, packaging, and brand teams to bring ideas to life through a wide range of fabrication technologies and traditional modelmaking techniques.

Requirements

• Working understanding of model making practices for consumer products or toys.
• Working understanding of the specialized processes of 3-or-more axis vertical CNC & laser cutting.
• Experience with CNC 3D CAM applications (e.x., PowerMill, NX)
• Understanding & experience of shop machinery, i.e., mill, drill press, lathe, grinder, table saw, band saw, etc.
• Understanding of at least one specialized process i.e., roto-molding, mold making, direct inkjet printing, casting, color matching, painting, scanning, 3D printing, etc.
• Experience with 3D CAD applications i.e., Creo, SolidWorks, Rhino, Freeform, ZBrush, Alias, etc.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program.
• College or trade school plus work experience as a modelmaker and/or machinist for consumer products or toys.
• Work experience as a modelmaker for consumer products or toys with demonstrable advancement of skills and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Utilization of applications i.e., Illustrator, Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, etc. preferred.
• Understanding engineering and manufacturing requirements is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Leads low to medium model making projects and prototype development with basic mechanical features working from drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Receives direction from Leads and partners with D&D personnel on projects.
• Assists in ideation and invention on projects when appropriate.
• Supports modelmaking for meetings, trade shows, testing, etc.
• Cross-trains to increase skillset and knowledge.
• Adheres to safe working practices.
• Supports maintenance of work areas and equipment.
• Supports other functional areas as needed.

Benefits

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best in class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree