CNC Machinist Set Up Operator - Swiss - $2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

Prince Industries Inc.; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life insurance & AD&D

Tuition reimbursement

PPE reimbursement

Job summary

Prince Industries is seeking CNC Operators for the Turning/Swiss Department on the first shift (5:45am–2:15pm, Mon–Fri) in Carol Stream, Illinois. You will operate machines, inspect parts, and verify tolerances per GD&T using calipers, micrometers, and go-no-go gauges.

Responsibilities include setting up tooling, performing simple machine setups, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Equal opportunity employer; ITAR compliance noted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1–3 years machining experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T.
• Basic shop math and measurement skills.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and inquiries.
• Familiar with standard production concepts and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery per specifications.
• Visually and dimensionally inspect parts and report defects.
• Verify conformance with specifications using measuring tools.
• Use SPC techniques and read Job Traveler details.
• Set up machines, adjust tooling, and replace worn tooling as needed.
• Maintain safe operation and housekeeping in the area.

Skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Effective communication

Basic math and shop math

Basic computer skills

Familiar with production concepts

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 years machining experience or training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Go-no-go gauges

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

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

First Shift: 5:45am - 2:15pm, Monday through Friday.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates production machinery to print specifications.
• Performs a variety of tasks by using established guidelines with limited judgement to perform functions of the job.
• Visually and dimensionally inspect production parts for any defects and reports defects to immediate supervisor.
• Verify conformance of workpiece to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and go-no-go gauges.
• Required to use statistical process control techniques.
• Relies on instructions and preestablished guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Reads blueprints for such information as dimensions and tolerances (i.e. GD&T)
• Reads and interprets the Job Traveler for such information as number of workpieces to be machined, job rate, sequence of operation, etc..
• Understands and follows Prince Industries quality certifications (i.e. ISO, QS) as relates to position.
• Independently perform all job duties of machine operation with little or no instruction required such as:
• Machine startup
• Adjust tooling to maintain proper sizes
• Replace broken or worn tooling
• Identify non-functioning safety equipment or unsafe conditions
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance checks to include proper coolantlevels, filters, fan operation, cleans the machine as needed, etc.
• Secures all tooling and instruments required (Doc: PQ01F03).
• Completes necessary job related paperwork to include tags, inspection documents, production log, etc...
• Cleans all spills and noticeable grease spots on floor in shop.
• Responsible for maintaining the quality, protection and storage of the completed product (ex: layer packing, rust preventative oils, box weight, etc.)
• Identify necessary tooling required for safe and efficient daily operation. (i.e. insert changes, drills, work holding, etc..)
• Proficient in the use of basic inspection equipment (including height gauge and optical comparators)
• Able to begin simple machine set ups and/or machine adjustments as needed (ex: remove and/or set tools or diamonds, reset jaws, collets, guides, etc.)
• Transports finished materials, manually or using pallet jack, to area indicated on the Job Traveler.
• Maintains established production rate as indicated on the Job Traveler and reports any discrepancies immediately to department supervisor.
• Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn or damaged cutting tools, etc.
• Positions and secures workpiece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in work area.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures: safety glasses, shoes, ear protection, machine interlocks, lifting guidelines, etc. as designated in specific work area assigned.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor; may include department transfers to meet production needs.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 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 comprehend and follow simple oral or written instructions.
• Ability to perform intermediate shop math skills and calculations: fraction conversions, divide, multiply, percentages, etc.
• Basic computer skills required in order to perform inquiry, data collection or input.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within production field.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to stand and reach the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• 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.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required..
• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles resulting from metalworking coolants and oils.
• The noise level in the work environment is generally loud, in which hearing protection is required.

BENEFITS

• Paid vacation and holidays (9 per year)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with strong employer match
• Company paid life insurance & AD&D
• 100% tuition reimbursement for job relation classes
• PPE reimbursement

COMPENSATION

Starting at $24/hr. The final rate will be determined based on experience and a successful interview process.

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 ( )

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