Wax Assembler

Doncasters Group•Groton, CT

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Wax Assembler performs the operations required to prepare the full range of complex company product patterns for shelling operations. The role assembles wax and plastic patterns and runner systems, prepares gating setups, and maintains precise positioning and dimensional tolerances. The position is in the Production department in Groton, Connecticut, reports to the Manufacturing Manager, and is non-exempt/hourly. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., with training on first shift. The role requires careful handling of patterns and completed units to prevent distortion or breakage, along with detailed hand assembly and attention to exact part relationships. The Wax Assembler maintains required records, supports production assemblers with setup interpretation, reports defects and equipment issues, and keeps the work area clean, organized, and safe. Cross-training and assistance in other departments may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or technical school completion.
1–3 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to use gauges, fixtures, hand tools, and measuring devices.
Strong basic shop math skills.

Responsibilities

Assemble patterns and runner systems, positioning and securing supports, metal chills, and other components according to instructions.
Blend and smooth joints and connections to ensure proper setup and gating for molding.
Handle patterns and completed units carefully to avoid distortion or breakage and ensure exact positioning of parts, components, supports, chills, vents, and gates.
Perform detailed hand assembly requiring close attention to detail, maintaining complex inter-relationships and tight dimensional tolerances.
Assemble complete runner systems for wax and plastic patterns, securing sprues, gates, cores, vents, and risers to achieve desired setups.
Cut and form wax supports using specialized hand tools; construct setups and notify supervision if completed dimensions deviate from engineering specifications.
Use creative ability and manufacturing experience to prepare and determine effective gating setups.
Maintain required reports, records, and forms as prescribed.
Assist production assemblers in interpreting setup descriptions and determining efficient setup techniques.
Detect and promptly report defective materials, equipment malfunctions, and unusual conditions to proper supervision.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and equipment.
Cross-train and assist in other departments as needed.
Perform additional duties and tasks of equal or lesser complexity as assigned.