Model Makers, Wood: 
Construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Manufacturing |
| Indiana Average Salary | |
| Average Time to Fill | 47 days |
| Typical Education | High school equivalency |
| Typical Experience | Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2022-2024) | |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2022-2024) | 0.45 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2021-2031) | 23 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2021-2031) | 16.42 % |
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Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Handling and Moving Objects
Set-up computer numerical control machines
Set-up production equipment or machinery
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures
Set mechanical or electrical controls or components
Adjust woodworking equipment or machinery
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured wood products by hand
Assemble wood or carpentry products
Build production molds
Fabricate manufactured products, parts, or components by hand
Prepare building surfaces for paint, finishes, wallpaper, or adhesives
Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products
Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces
Set-up production equipment or machinery
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures
Set mechanical or electrical controls or components
Adjust woodworking equipment or machinery
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured wood products by hand
Assemble wood or carpentry products
Build production molds
Fabricate manufactured products, parts, or components by hand
Prepare building surfaces for paint, finishes, wallpaper, or adhesives
Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products
Shape surfaces or edges of wood workpieces
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