Millwright Apprentice: Hands-On Machining & Die Repair

Markent Personnel, Inc.; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Industrial Millwright – Apprentice position with Markent Personnel, Inc. in Skokie, IL. Work alongside an experienced mentor in a climate-controlled shop, learning inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and production tooling using manual machines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic blueprint reading, and some hands-on lathe/mill exposure; a strong aptitude and teamwork are valued for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training is a strong plus.
• Blueprint reading skills are a plus.
• Background in manual machining with hands-on lathe and mill experience preferred.

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

Manual machining experience

Blueprint reading

Lathe experience

Milling experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Surface grinder

Drill press

Job description

Industrial Millwright – Apprentice position with Markent Personnel, Inc. in Skokie, IL. Work alongside an experienced mentor in a climate-controlled shop, learning inspection, repair, and refurbishment of dies and production tooling using manual machines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic blueprint reading, and some hands-on lathe/mill exposure; a strong aptitude and teamwork are valued for long-term growth.