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
The CMM Programmer | Quality Technician plays a critical role in ensuring product quality and conformity to established AS9100 requirements. This position involves evaluating products based on engineering drawings, specifications, and other relevant quality documents. The core hours for this role are 7:30am to 4:30pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Program CMM for New Product Measurements: Develop measurement programs for newly introduced products using PCDMIS software.
- Operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM): Operate CMM equipment to measure product dimensions accurately holding tight tolerances and inspecting parts of precision.
- Interpret Blueprints and Technical Drawings: Understand and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
- Maintain CMM Equipment: Regularly inspect, calibrate, and troubleshoot CMM equipment to ensure accurate measurements.
- Conduct Quality Inspections and Tests: Perform inspections and tests on products to verify compliance with quality standards.
- Document Inspection Results: Record inspection results meticulously and compile comprehensive reports.
- Collaborate with Production Teams: Work closely with production teams to maintain consistent quality standards.
- Calibrate and Maintain Inspection Equipment: Ensure that all inspection tools are properly calibrated and maintained.
Required Skills & Competencies
- 3+ Years of CMM Operation and Programming Experience: Extensive hands-on experience operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines. Zeiss with Calypso programming is a must.
- In-Depth Knowledge of GD&T: Proficient in GD&T principles and applications.
- Technical Drawing Interpretation: Ability to read and understand technical drawings.
- Familiarity with CAD Software: Knowledge of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software is advantageous.
- Aerospace Industry Experience: Prior experience in the aerospace industry is required.
- Experience with Tight Tolerancing: Familiarity with tight tolerances in precision manufacturing.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Physical & Work Environment 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
- 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 9 Paid Holidays per year
- 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
- Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
- Uniform Rental Service
- Employee Events
Compensation: $40 - $50 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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Skills Required
- 3+ years of CMM operation and programming experience
- Zeiss CMM with Calypso programming experience
- Proficiency with PC-DMIS software
- In-depth knowledge of GD&T
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/blueprints
- Aerospace industry experience
- Experience working with tight tolerances in precision manufacturing
- Familiarity with CAD software
- Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
- Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or U.S. national) due to ITAR
What We Do
Prince Industries, is a strategic supply chain partner for OEM's around the world who need precision machined or sheet metal fabricated parts. We love working with our customers to solve problems, improve supply chains, and generally make your work life easier.
