Apprentice Millwright: Manual Machining Die Repair

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

Job summary

Top Echelon Software LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to learn the trade alongside a seasoned mentor. The role focuses on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling using manual machines in a clean, climate‑controlled tool room.

Expect peer support and long‑term career growth. Ideal candidates bring a mechanical foundation and strong willingness to learn, with safety and quality standards guiding every task.

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.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus.
• Reliable, team‑oriented, and committed to a clean and organized work environment.
• Someone who wants to learn a trade properly, not shortcuts.

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

Lathe

Milling

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Job description

Top Echelon Software LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to learn the trade alongside a seasoned mentor. The role focuses on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling using manual machines in a clean, climate‑controlled tool room.

Expect peer support and long‑term career growth. Ideal candidates bring a mechanical foundation and strong willingness to learn, with safety and quality standards guiding every task.