Industrial Millwright Apprentice – Die Repair & Manual Machining

Joseph Michaels International; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to learn through direct mentorship. You will work with dies, punches, and production tooling, performing refurbishment and fabrication with manual machines.

A strong mechanical foundation and eagerness to learn are essential in a climate-controlled shop. The role emphasizes reading drawings, using precision tools, and supporting setup and changeovers while maintaining quality and safety standards.

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 who will learn the trade properly are welcome.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus; reliable and team-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to absorb training and maintain a clean, 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.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Lathe experience

Milling machines

Job description

Joseph Michaels International in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to learn through direct mentorship. You will work with dies, punches, and production tooling, performing refurbishment and fabrication with manual machines.

A strong mechanical foundation and eagerness to learn are essential in a climate-controlled shop. The role emphasizes reading drawings, using precision tools, and supporting setup and changeovers while maintaining quality and safety standards.