Industrial Millwright Apprentice: Die Repair & Tooling

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

Job summary

LRSolutions, LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to learn under a seasoned veteran. The role focuses on dies, punches, and production tooling with hands-on mentoring in a climate-controlled tool room.

You will operate lathes, mills, grinders, and presses, read blueprints, and apply precision measurement while contributing to setup and maintenance. This entry‑level position emphasizes safety and long‑term skill growth.

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 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

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

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Drill press

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Height gauges

Job description

LRSolutions, LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright – Apprentice to learn under a seasoned veteran. The role focuses on dies, punches, and production tooling with hands-on mentoring in a climate-controlled tool room.

You will operate lathes, mills, grinders, and presses, read blueprints, and apply precision measurement while contributing to setup and maintenance. This entry‑level position emphasizes safety and long‑term skill growth.