Casting Mould Maker Metal, Machinery & Related Trades Workers
SaveWhat Does a Casting Mould Maker Do?
Casting mould makers create metal, wooden or plastic models of the finished product to be cast. The patterns are then used to create moulds, eventually leading to the casting of the product of the same shape as the pattern.
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Casting Processes
The various practices used in the casting of metal, plastics and other cast materials, including mould filling, solidification, cooling, and others, all relating to varying approaches in case of different types of material.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Casting Mould Maker
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialCasting Processes knowledge
The various practices used in the casting of metal, plastics and other cast materials, including mould filling, solidification, cooling, and others, all relating to varying approaches in case of different …
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EssentialInterpret 2D Plans skill
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.
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EssentialInterpret 3D Plans skill
Interpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.
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EssentialMark Processed Workpiece skill
Inspect and mark parts of the workpiece to indicate how they will fit into the finished product.
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EssentialOperate Precision Measuring Equipment skill
Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment …
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EssentialRead Standard Blueprints skill
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
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EssentialCalculate Allowances For Shrinkage In Casting Processes skill
Calculate and take into account the level of allowance and shrinkage of the casted material that occur during casting when designing the pattern for the mould. Convert the margin calculation …
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EssentialOperate Patternmaking Machinery skill
Operate various kinds of machinery and equipment involved in the production of patterns, such as drilling machines, milling machines, lathe machines, cutting machines, grinding machines, hand drills, and others.
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EssentialRepair Patterns skill
Repair and rework various kinds of templates and patterns in manufacturing processes.
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Optional Skills (5 of 18 displayed)
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OptionalPrecious Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on precious metals such as gold, silver and platinum.
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OptionalNon-ferrous Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on non-ferrous metals and alloys such as copper, zinc and aluminium.
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OptionalFerrous Metal Processing knowledge
Various processing methods on iron and iron-containing alloys such as steel, stainless steel and pig iron.
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OptionalTypes Of Metal knowledge
Qualities, specifications, applications and reactions to different fabricating processes of various types of metal, such as steel, aluminium, brass, copper and others.
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OptionalTypes Of Plastic knowledge
Types of plastic materials and their chemical composition, physical properties, possible issues and usage cases.
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OptionalTypes Of Wood knowledge
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OptionalPrepare Technical Reports skill
Prepare technical reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.
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OptionalSet Up Machine Controls skill
Set up or adjust machine controls to regulate conditions such as material flow, temperature, or pressure.
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OptionalSupervise Work skill
Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.
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OptionalTend CNC Drilling Machine skill
Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) drilling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
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OptionalTend CNC Grinding Machine skill
Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) grinding machine designed for manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
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OptionalTend CNC Milling Machine skill
Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) milling machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
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OptionalTend Computer Numerical Control Lathe Machine skill
Tend a computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathe and turn machine designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
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OptionalTend Lathe skill
Tend a lathe designed for cutting manufacturing processes on metal, wooden, plastic materials and others, monitor and operate it, according to regulations.
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OptionalApply Coating To Patterns skill
Provide a protective painted or sprayed layer, of, for example, lacquer, to a pattern.
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OptionalAssemble Pattern Parts skill
Assemble various sections of a pattern designed for casting processes, by use of several tools and equipment such as bolts, screws, rivets, glue, and others.
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OptionalAttend To Detail In Casting Processes skill
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OptionalSelect Pattern Material skill
Select the appropriate material, such as a specific type of metal, wood or plastic, for patternmaking in service of casting processes.
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