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Entry-Level Machine Shop Trainee

General Machine

Freeburg, IL 62243 • $22.00 to $28.00 / hr • 9/22/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Role Snapshot – Freeburg, IL

Launch your machining career by learning side-by-side with experts in a high-energy manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do
  • Assist in setting up and operating lathes, mills, and grinders.
  • Develop the skill to read blueprints and technical drawings for job requirements.
  • Support fabrication and assembly of precision parts under expert guidance.
  • Maintain an orderly, safe workstation and follow shop safety best practices.
  • Attend workshops and training sessions to build machining knowledge.
  • Handle routine machine and tool maintenance for reliable performance.
  • Work with the team to hit production targets and deadlines.
What You Need
  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical school machining exposure is a plus.
  • Keen interest in machining/manufacturing.
  • Basic competency with hand tools and measuring instruments.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and schematics.
  • Attention to detail with solid problem-solving skills.
  • Coachabilityready to learn from experienced machinists.
  • Strong work ethic and collaborative mindset.
Why This Path
  • Structured learning: formal training sessions and on-the-job mentoring.
  • Clear fundamentals: safety, organization, and quality from day one.
  • Real impact: contribute to precision parts that meet exacting specs.

Location: Freeburg, IL