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 Team! 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 Workholding. • Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs. Required Skills/Attributes • Ability to recognize and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. • Ability to understand and edit NC Programs. • 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 5 years’ experience in a CNC related field - set up experience preferred. • Experience in vertical and horizontal milling machines setup. • 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. • Frequently required to talk or hear. • Frequently required to perform repetitive or short-cycle work. • Occasionally required to walk; sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend. • Regularly lift, push or pull up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 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. • Frequently exposed to and required to move warm/hot parts and machine sparks. • Frequently exposed to compressed and cryogenic gases. • The noise level in the work environment is generally loud, requiring hearing protection. • Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately in noisy environments. • Must also have close, distance, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus and judge depth. Color vision is required as well. • Must be able to read, write, and speak English. 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: Starting at $30/hr (final decision based on experience) 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 )