Quality Inspector/CMM Operator - 2nd Shift

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 Quality Inspector/CMM Operator will use various inspection methods and tools to ensure product and process compliance with customer, company, and regulatory standards, including AS9100 requirements.

Second Shift Hours: Monday – Thursday, 3:30pm – 2:00am (4-10s)

Responsibilities:

• First Article Inspections and the overall conformity of our products.
• Assures customer satisfaction by measuring product conformity to Customer Specifications and Engineering Drawings.
• Upholds Prince’s Core Values and our AS9100 D Quality Management System
• Process inspections utilizing Coordinate Measuring Machines and all inspection hand gauging including but not limited to, micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, calipers, height gauges, etc.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by following guidelines and procedures and complying with all applicable regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Required Skills/Abilities: Robust knowledge of GD&T, blueprint, and spec interpretation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Fundamental mechanical and mathematical inspection knowledge.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to perform all the Mechanical Quality Inspection responsibilities.
• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required.
• AS9100 D Quality Management System – Trained.
• Geometric Characteristic, GD&T - Trained.
• 5 years’ experience in precision aerospace CNC machined products.
• Experience operating/programming CMM is a plus
• 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.
• Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed.