Model Maker
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6 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Opportunity:
The Prototyping Workshop supports the various Mattel Building Set departments in product development as well as in the creation of mock-ups used to promote different toy lines.
What Your Impact Will Be:
Under the supervision of the Team Leader the Model Maker is responsible for creating reproducing or modifying physical models based on validation models preliminary plans or sketches provided by the Design Department. These mock-ups must accurately represent the dimensions colors and final appearance of the products to be manufactured providing a tangible representation of toys in development.
Prototypes are created using a variety of materials such as production blocks 3D-printed parts foam styrene resin and others. The Model Maker must be proficient in a wide range of techniques including spray and hand painting construction (blocks) finishing and sanding sculpting thermoforming molding and more. The role also involves working with various types of machinery.
Qualifications :
What Were Looking For:
- Experience in a hands-on and artistic field
- Strong attention to detail
- Autonomous and resourceful
- Dynamic and motivated
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Availability and ability to work under pressure
Education and Skills
- Background in arts or design
- Proficiency in Illustrator and SolidWorks
- Experience with 3D printing
- Knowledge of electronics
- Willingness to travel
- Demonstrated a growth mindset by staying curious and continuously learning embracing challenges and improving themselves.
Additional Information :
Dont meet every single requirement At Mattel we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Join Mattels Talent Community and start receiving exciting updates about our company our employees and our culture. Also interested in signing up for job alerts Do so here!
How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:
- 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.
Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands including Barbie Hot Wheels Fisher-Price American Girl Thomas & Friends UNO Masters of the Universe Matchbox Monster High MEGA and Polly Pocket as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys content consumer products digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the worlds leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945 Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Mattels award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes Fast Company Newsweek Great Place to Work TIME and more.
Visit us at is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color national origin religion sex gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation veteran and protected veteran status disability status and or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels ... View more
