1st Shift Apprentice Millwright: Die Repair & Machining

Workforce Recruiter; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Workforce Recruiter in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to train under a seasoned veteran. You will learn inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling using manual machines, with direct mentorship and a clean, organized tool room environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, reading blueprints, and developing machining fundamentals. A strong mechanical foundation and eagerness to grow are valued in this long-term position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training is a strong plus.
• Background in manual machining with hands-on lathe and mill experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined candidates without formal machining experience will be considered if they show strong aptitude to learn.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies, punches, and production tooling under direct mentorship.
• Fabricate replacement components and tooling solutions using manual machine tools.
• Operate lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, drill presses, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints where available.
• Apply hands-on judgment for legacy tooling that has no existing prints.
• Use precision measurement instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and height gauges.
• Support tooling setup, alignment, and adjustments to maintain product quality and dimensions.
• Assist production teams during changeovers, setups, and startups as needed.
• Maintain tooling inventory and keep accurate records of repairs and modifications.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Manual machining experience

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Team player

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or Vocational Training

Tools

Lathe

Milling machines

Surface grinders

Drill presses

Job description

Workforce Recruiter in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to train under a seasoned veteran. You will learn inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling using manual machines, with direct mentorship and a clean, organized tool room environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, reading blueprints, and developing machining fundamentals. A strong mechanical foundation and eagerness to grow are valued in this long-term position.