Machining Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Growth

General Machine; Freeburg (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

General Machine in Freeburg, IL is launching a machining career path designed for beginners. You’ll learn by doing—setting up and operating lathes, mills, and grinders with experienced mentors.

You’ll read blueprints, follow technical drawings, and build skills through on-the-job mentoring, workshops, and safety-focused training. A strong work ethic and teamwork are valued from day one.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills.
• Coachable and eager to learn from experienced machinists.
• Able to work collaboratively to hit targets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and operating lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Support fabrication and assembly of precision parts under guidance.
• Maintain a safe, organized workstation following shop practices.
• Attend workshops and training sessions to build machining knowledge.
• Perform routine machine and tool maintenance for reliability.
• Work with the team to meet production targets and deadlines.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading schematics

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Coachability

Team collaboration

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma

Technical school machining exposure

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

General Machine in Freeburg, IL is launching a machining career path designed for beginners. You’ll learn by doing—setting up and operating lathes, mills, and grinders with experienced mentors.

You’ll read blueprints, follow technical drawings, and build skills through on-the-job mentoring, workshops, and safety-focused training. A strong work ethic and teamwork are valued from day one.