Who We Are
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 CNC 5-Axis Machinist/Operator will run established jobs on 5-axis machining centers equipped with Siemens controls. This role is responsible for producing quality parts, monitoring the machining process, checking dimensions, and communicating issues promptly
Second Shift Hours: Monday – Friday, 3:30pm – 12:00am
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Operate 5-axis CNC machining centers using approved programs and setup instructions.
• Load and unload parts, confirm proper seating and clamping, and monitor machining cycles.
• Perform routine tool changes and approved tool offset adjustments within established limits.
• Check parts at the required intervals using calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Follow drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements to maintain part dimensions and finish.
• Recognize tool wear, abnormal machine conditions, and parts trending toward tolerance limits; stop and notify the appropriate person when needed.
• Maintain clean machines and work areas and follow all safety procedures.
• Communicate job status, problems, and handoff information to the next shift.
• Additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs.
Required Skills & Attributes
• Experience operating CNC machining centers; 5-axis experience required.
• Experience with Siemens CNC controls preferred.
• Ability to read drawings and use precision measuring tools.
• Understanding machining practices, tool wear, and dimensional tolerances.
• Ability to follow established processes, work independently, and ask for support when a process moves outside approved limits.
• Aerospace or other tight-tolerance machining experience required.
• Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed.
Education And Experience
• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ 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
• 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-cycles work.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed.
• 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: $22 - $30 per hour. 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 ( https://www.eeoc.gov/employers )
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