Cad Operator

Are you tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to learn a specialized skill? We're seeking a CAD Operator to join our team and create computer-generated tooling designs used to produce everyday products such as cereal boxes, pizza boxes, retail displays, movie standees, and packaging materials.

No prior CAD experience? No problem. We provide hands-on training and are looking for motivated individuals with strong computer skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with technology, solving problems, and turning concepts into real-world products.

• Create tooling designs using CAD software for a wide variety of cardboard and packaging products.
• Learn how to translate customer specifications and blueprints into accurate digital designs.
• Support production by ensuring tooling templates meet quality and manufacturing requirements.
• Process customer orders and maintain accurate records, including order entry, part numbers, and service requests.
• Track projects and communicate updates using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional accuracy.
• Collaborate with both office and production teams to ensure projects move smoothly from design to manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot design challenges and make adjustments as needed to meet customer requirements.
• Develop expertise in specialized CAD systems and manufacturing processes.

• Strong computer skills and a high level of technical aptitude.
• Comfortable learning new software and systems quickly.
• Detail-oriented with excellent accuracy and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working with measurements, numbers, and technical information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months of professional work experience.

• Previous manufacturing, production, or office experience.
• Exposure to CAD software, drafting, blueprint reading, or technical drawings.
• Data entry, order processing, or customer service experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
  
  Familiarity with gaming, design software, or other computer-intensive applications that demonstrate strong navigation and technology skills.

• Paid, hands-on CAD training provided
• Opportunity to develop highly transferable technical skills
• Clear pathways for advancement within the company
• Small, family-oriented culture where employees are recognized and supported
• Regular team events, catered lunches, and holiday celebrations
• Work on products you see every day in stores, restaurants, and retail environments
• Stable, long-term career opportunity in a specialized manufacturing industry

This is more than an entry-level office position. It's an opportunity to build a career in technical design while learning a valuable and in-demand skillset.

This is a fully onsite position within a collaborative office located inside a family-owned manufacturing facility. You'll work closely with both the CAD team and production staff, occasionally visiting the production floor to review projects and coordinate tooling needs.

Monday-Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM

$18.50/hr with weekly paychecks

In the Blaine area

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blaine, MN.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available, Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents), Short and long-term disability, Health Spending…