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Tool Maker Apprentice / Intern
Company: Cedar Lake Metal Solutions
Location: Maple Lake, MN
Pay Rate: $21.00 – $23.00 / hour
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (3-day weekends!)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Internship / Apprenticeship
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Cedar Lake Metal Solutions is looking for a motivated Tool Maker Apprentice / Intern to join our team. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced Toolmakers, learning the fundamentals of tool, die, and fixture maintenance in a fast-paced precision manufacturing environment.
You will play a critical role in quality control and tool management by reviewing tools and dies returning from production before they are cleared and returned to tooling inventory.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Inspection & Quality Review: Clean and visually inspect incoming tooling, including welding fixtures, machining fixtures, progressive stamping dies, and specialized forming dies—for obvious damage, cracked components, or worn parts.
• Documentation: Write up clear, detailed findings or reports on tool conditions for review by senior Toolmakers.
• Staging & Preparation: Prepare and teardown dies or fixtures as needed to assist Toolmakers with deeper inspections, maintenance, or repairs.
• Tool Inventory Management: Organize and return fully inspected and approved tools back to designated tooling inventory locations.
• Shop Safety: Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with shop safety standards.
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QUALIFICATIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Required:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (or currently enrolled in a relevant technical/trade school program).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a strong desire to learn the tool & die trade.
• Good visual attention to detail and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting tool conditions.
• Physical Requirement: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and safely maneuver tool components following shop safety procedures.
Preferred (Pluses, but Not Required):
• Manufacturing experience in a shop or production environment.
• Forklift operation experience (certified or willing to be certified).
• Ability to read basic blueprints or technical drawings (willing to train!).
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WHY JOIN CEDAR LAKE METAL SOLUTIONS?
• 4-Day Work Week: 10-hour days Monday through Thursday—enjoy every Friday off!
• Hands-on Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced, skilled Toolmakers.
• Career Growth: Clear pathway toward a full-time Toolmaker career.
• Competitive Pay: $21.00 – $23.00/hr. based on experience and education.
• Onsite Amenities - Full Court indoor basketball and workout facilities
• Employer Match 401K
• Medical and Dental coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Monthly Perfect attendance bonus
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