# CNC 5-Axis Machinist Set Up Operator

**Company:** [Prince Industries LLC](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/oWcBbrT91wAVWpgiLqixrG.md)
**Location:** Tampa, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** CNC Machining

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## Description

**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 5-axis CNC Setup Machinist to set up, prove out, and run complex machined parts. milling machines, secondary equipment, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic workpieces by performing a variety of duties

**Day Shift Hours:**  7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

-   Set up and operate 5-axis CNC mills equipped with Siemens controls, including fixtures, tools, work offsets, and probing routines.
-   Read drawings, specifications, setup sheets, and CNC programs to plan each setup.
-   Load and prove out programs using safe practices, including simulation, single block, and controlled first runs as appropriate.
-   Measure first pieces and in-process parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other inspection equipment.
-   Make tool offset and approved program adjustments to maintain dimensions and improve consistency.
-   Identify and resolve setup, tooling, work holding, program, and machining issues.
-   Document setup details, tool changes, and process improvements for repeat jobs.
-   Work with quality, Supervisor and production to address problems and keep jobs moving.
-   Maintain a clean, safe work area and care for machines, tooling, and fixtures.
-   Additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor may include department transfers to meet production needs.

**Required Skills & Attributes**

-   Demonstrated experience setting up and proving out 5-axis CNC machining centers.
-   Hands-on experience with Siemens CNC controls.
-   Strong ability to read complex blueprints and understand GD&T.
-   Experience selecting tools, establishing work offsets, and troubleshooting machining processes.
-   Ability to inspect parts accurately and work independently from setup through first-piece approval.
-   Experience in machining tight-tolerance parts; aerospace manufacturing experience is preferred.
-   Strong work ethic: Willing to work OT to meet tight deadlines as needed

**Education & Experience**

-   High school diploma or GED.
-   3+ 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.
-   Tolerance: 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-cycle 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:** $26-34 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](https://www.eeoc.gov/employers) )

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