Industrial Millwright

Ashton North LLC; Skokie (IL); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ashton North LLC in Skokie, IL seeks an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to learn by working alongside a seasoned veteran. The role offers mentorship, a clean and organized tool room, and a pathway to a long-term trade in a climate-controlled environment.

The candidate should have a mechanical foundation, willingness to absorb knowledge, and a drive to develop skills in die repair, tooling fabrication, and precision measurement.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Learn and perform inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies 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.

Conocimientos

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Herramientas

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Drill press

Descripción del empleo

Industrial Millwright – Apprentice | Manual Machining & Die Repair
Location: Skokie, IL
Pay: $28.00–$32.00/hour
Schedule: 1st Shift

Overview

A respected metal fabrication operation is adding an Industrial Millwright to work directly alongside a seasoned veteran who is ready to pass on decades of hands‑on knowledge. One of two long‑tenured tool room employees recently retired, and the remaining specialist wants to bring in someone eager to learn the trade the right way.

This is not a role where you will be thrown into the deep end alone. The expectation is that the right person comes in with some mechanical foundation, a willingness to absorb a lot, and the attitude to build something long term. The tool room is clean, organized, and climate‑controlled. The environment reflects the standard the team holds itself to.

What the Job Involves

• 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

What They Need

• 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 and genuine eagerness to learn
• 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