Cad Operator

CAD Operator

Build a Career in Design and Manufacturing

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.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What We're Looking For

• 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.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• 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.

Why Join Our Team?

• 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.

Work Environment

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.

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

Pay: $18.50/hr with weekly paychecks

Location: In the Blaine area

If you're a quick learner who enjoys technology, gaming, problem-solving, and seeing your work come to life, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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 Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Blaine,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.