CNC Machinist Setup Operator - Swiss

Prince Industries; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) Fidelity Plan

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Personal Protective Equipment provided

Employee Events

Job summary

Prince Industries in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a CNC Machinist - Set Up Operator to join our Swiss Department. You will operate CNC milling machines to machine metallic and non-metallic workpieces and will set up tooling, check offsets, and ensure parts meet specifications.

Qualified applicants have at least 3 years CNC experience, the ability to read GD&T blueprints, and proficiency with measurement tools like micrometers.

Qualifications

• Understand safety rules and operating instructions.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Proficient with micrometers, calipers and gauges for inspection.
• Capable of basic shop math and data entry on a computer.
• Willing to work OT to meet production needs.

Responsibilities

• Machine setup, operation, and startup; adjust tooling as needed.
• Verify conformance with measuring instruments to specifications.
• Secure workpieces and tooling; set work offsets and part zero.
• Adjust speed/feed according to part specs and maintain coolant systems.
• Load tools and set diameters for cutter radius compensation.
• Install workholding and manage daily preventative maintenance.
• Assist with department transfers to meet production needs.

Skills

Safety rules understanding

Effective communication

Shop math

Basic computer skills

Willing to overtime

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years CNC experience

GD&T blueprints reading

Multi spindle lathe with live tools

Offset editing on controls (FMS)

Job description

Who Is Prince?

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

Prince is looking for a CNC Machinist - Set Up Operator to add to our Swiss Department! This position will report to the Production Manager and will operate CNC Milling Machines to machine metallic and non-metallic workpieces by performing a variety of duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Machine setup, operation, and startup, restarting the machine, adjusts tooling to maintain proper sizes, replaces broken or worn tooling
• Verify conformance of work piece to specifications, using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and go-no-go gauges
• Secures all tooling and instruments required; Positions and secures 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.
• Observes daily preventative machine maintenance: proper coolant levels, filters, fan operation, cleans machines, etc
• 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

Required Skills and Attributes

• 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 required to perform inquiry, data collection or input
• Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a CNC related field - set up experience preferred
• Experience in multi spindle lathes with live tools set up.
• 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

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-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

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
• Dental PPO Insurance
• 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
• Accident 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

$28- $33 Per Hour

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 )