Apprentice Millwright: Die Repair & Manual Machining

SteveRecruiter, LLC; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice in Skokie, IL. The role supports learning through direct mentorship, focusing on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and production tooling using manual machining methods.

You will operate lathes, milling machines, surface grinders and more, while reading drawings and applying judgment to legacy tooling. Safety and quality are emphasized in a structured, clean environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training is a strong plus.
• Background in manual machining with hands-on lathe and mill experience preferred.
• Mechanically inclined candidates with strong aptitude and eagerness to learn will be considered.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to a clean and organized work environment.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Job description

SteveRecruiter, LLC is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice in Skokie, IL. The role supports learning through direct mentorship, focusing on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and production tooling using manual machining methods.

You will operate lathes, milling machines, surface grinders and more, while reading drawings and applying judgment to legacy tooling. Safety and quality are emphasized in a structured, clean environment.