CNC Machinist Set Up Operator - Swiss

Prince Industries; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prince Industries is looking for CNC Operators for our Turning / Swiss Department in Carol Stream, Illinois. This role offers openings on both first and second shifts. Responsibilities include operating production machinery, ensuring quality through inspections, and performing preventative maintenance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1-3 years of machining experience. The benefits package includes paid vacation, medical plans, and a 401(k) with employer match.

Qualifications

• Recognize and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and coworkers.
• Perform intermediate shop math for basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to meet specifications.
• Visually inspect production parts for defects.
• Maintain established production rates.

Skills

Machining operation

Basic computer skills

Intermediate shop math

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 years of related machining experience

Job description

Job Summary

Prince Industries is looking for CNC Operators for our Turning / Swiss Department. We have openings on both first and second shifts.

Shift Details

First Shift: 5:45am - 5:15pm, Monday through Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to meet specifications.
• Perform tasks using established guidelines with limited judgment.
• Visually and dimensionally inspect production parts for defects and report to supervisor.
• Verify conformance of workpiece to specifications using micrometers, calipers, and go-no-go gauges.
• Apply statistical process control techniques.
• Read blueprints for dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Interpret the Job Traveler to determine workpieces, job rate, sequence of operation, etc.
• Follow Prince Industries quality certifications (ISO, QS).
• Operate machines independently with little or no instruction (startup, adjust tooling, replace worn tooling).
• Identify non‑functioning safety equipment or unsafe conditions.
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance checks (coolant levels, filters, fan operation, cleaning).
• Secure all tooling and instruments required (Doc: PQ01F03).
• Complete necessary job paperwork (tags, inspection documents, production log).
• Maintain product quality, protection, and storage (layer packing, rust preventive oils, box weight).
• Use basic inspection equipment (height gauge, optical comparators).
• Set up or adjust machines as needed (remove/set tools or diamonds, reset jaws, collets, guides).
• Transport finished materials manually or using pallet jack to the area indicated on the Job Traveler.
• Maintain established production rates and report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Listen to machine operation to detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
• Position and secure workpiece in holding device, table, chuck, centers, or fixtures.
• Observe safety procedures (glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines).
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor, including department transfers when necessary.

Qualification Requirements

• Recognize and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and coworkers.
• Comprehend and follow oral or written instructions.
• Perform intermediate shop math (fraction conversion, division, multiplication, percentages).
• Basic computer skills for inquiry, data collection, and input.
• Familiar with standard production field concepts, practices, and procedures.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous experience, apprenticeship, or formal training.
• 1–3 years of related machining operation experience preferred.

Physical Job Requirements

• Stand and reach continuously for 8–10 hours per shift.
• Perform repetitive or short‑cycle work.
• Lift, push, or pull up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Work near moving mechanical parts and handle fumes or airborne particles from metalworking coolants.
• Wear hearing protection due to loud environment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays (9 per year).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Short and long‑term disability plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with strong employer match.
• Company‑paid life insurance and AD&D.
• 100% tuition reimbursement for job‑related classes.
• PPE reimbursement.

Compensation

Pay: $24 – $28 per hour.