CNC Machinist Set Up Operator​/Programmer

CNC Machinist Set Up Operator/ Programmer

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.

This position operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, secondary equipment, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic work pieces by performing a variety of duties.

• Machine setup, operation, and startup, restarting the machine, adjusting tooling to maintain proper sizes, and replacing broken or worn tooling
• Verify conformance of work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and go-no-go gauges
• Secure all tooling and instruments required; position and secure work piece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures
• Understand how to adjust work offsets and part zero
• Understand how to adjust the speed and feed of the machine according to different part specifications
• Responsible for loading tools, setting tool diameters so that cutter radius compensation may be used
• Understand how to install work holding
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs

• Ability to recognize and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers as needed
• Ability to perform intermediate shop math skills and calculations: fraction conversions, divide, multiply, percentages, etc
• Basic computer skills are required to perform inquiry, data collection or input
• Strong work ethic:
  Willing to work overtime to meet tight deadlines as needed

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a CNC related field – set up experience preferred
• Ability to quickly use the control panel to do offsets and edits on 2-3 of the FMS machinery
• Tolerance:
  Ability to machine parts to
  · 0.0005" for diameter and
  · 0.001" for length
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T blueprints to the needed specification in creating a part
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

• 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-cycle 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

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) with prescription coverage
• Vision PPO Insurance
• 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). )

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