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.
Job Summary
The 5-axis CNC Setup Machinist to set up, prove out, and run complex machined parts. milling machines, secondary equipment, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic workpieces by performing a variety of duties
Second Shift Schedule:
(4-10s) Monday through Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up and operate 5-axis CNC mills equipped with Siemens controls, including fixtures, tools, work offsets, and probing routines
- Read drawings, specifications, setup sheets, and CNC programs to plan each setup
- Load and prove out programs using safe practices, including simulation, single block, and controlled first runs as appropriate
- Measure first pieces and in-process parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection equipment
- Make tool offset and approved program adjustments to maintain dimensions and improve consistency
- Identify and resolve setup, tooling, work holding, program, and machining issues
- Document setup details, tool changes, and process improvements for repeat jobs
- Work with quality, Supervisor and production to address problems and keep jobs moving
- Maintain a clean, safe work area and care for machines, tooling, and fixtures
- Additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs
Required Skills & Attributes
- Demonstrated experience setting up and proving out 5-axis CNC machining centers
- Hands-on experience with Siemens CNC controls
- Strong ability to read complex blueprints and understand GD&T
- Experience selecting tools, establishing work offsets, and troubleshooting machining processes
- Ability to inspect parts accurately and work independently from setup through first-piece approval
- Experience in machining tight-tolerance parts; aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred
- Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience
- Machining apprenticeship, technical certificate, or associate degree in machining or manufacturing technology preferred, but equivalent hands-on experience is accepted
- Training or demonstrated experience with Siemens CNC controls required (preferably 840D or Sinumerik One)
- Additional training in 5-axis machining, blueprint reading, GD&T, and inspection methods is a plus
- Tolerance: Ability to machine parts to +/- 0.0005"
- Ability to read and interpret GD&T blueprints to the needed specification in creating a part
Physical Job Requirements
- 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) w/ 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 Paid Holidays
- Partial Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
- Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
- Uniform Rental Service
- Employee Events
Compensation:$26-34/hr plus shift differential and opportunity for overtime as needed
We are also offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus for this role.
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://www.eeoc.gov/employers)