Industrial Millwright Apprentice - Learn Precision Tooling

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

Job summary

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to learn under a seasoned mentor. The role focuses on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling with hands-on training on manual machines.

Ideal candidates have mechanical foundation, a willingness to absorb a lot, and a long-term commitment to the trade; a clean, climate-controlled tool room environment supports learning and 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 with strong eagerness to learn will be considered.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to 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 with 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

Hands-on machining aptitude

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Measuring tools

Job description

RON SUNSHINE ASSOCIATES LLC in Skokie, IL is seeking an Industrial Millwright Apprentice to learn under a seasoned mentor. The role focuses on inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and tooling with hands-on training on manual machines.

Ideal candidates have mechanical foundation, a willingness to absorb a lot, and a long-term commitment to the trade; a clean, climate-controlled tool room environment supports learning and growth.