Lead Assembler

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Full Time Manual Labor Carol Stream, IL, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Annually

Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.

At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth‑minded thinking to deliver real value.

The Assembler expertly performs repetitive bench or assembly operations to produce products as described below.

• Assembles and tests hydraulic valve assemblies in an assembly environment.
• Responsible for assembly related inventory systems used to maintain inventory levels.
• Identifies low inventory levels and communicates such findings to department supervisor in a timely manner to avoid any negative impacts on production.
• Identifies areas of improvement for assembly procedures, fixtures, or testing.
• May be required to take on new projects for set up of build benches, test stand, assembly equipment, etc.
• Initiates subassembly schedules and levels by directing Assembler "B" employees' work load and direction.
• Performs various assembly operations by placing parts in specified blueprint relationship to each other.
• Bolts, clips, screws, cements, or otherwise fastens parts together.
• Complete all associated paperwork as required for the job.
• Operates machines, such as arbor presses or riveting machine, to perform force fitting or fastening operations on assembly line.
• Train new and existing employees on assembly procedures and processes.
• Identifies and reports problems with assembly, tooling or material shortages to supervisor and makes recommendations for problem resolution.
• May be required to receive and verify incoming product and requisition stock to replenish inventory.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks using sound judgement with little or no daily supervision.

3+ years related work experience with assembly operations.

• High school diploma preferred or equivalent

• Regularly required to stand and reach the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
• Frequently required to perform repetitive or short‑cycles work.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
• Strong work ethic:
  Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D - Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
• Personal Retirement Advisor
• Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
• Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
• Uniform Rental Service
• Employee Events

Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster ( https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). )