Job Description

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, entertain and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Description

The Team:  

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. Responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

• 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.

Qualifications

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

Education/Experience (one or more of the following)

• 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.

Additional Information

What It’s Like to Work Here:

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower the next generation 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 company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

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Mattel is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers including minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

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