# CNC Machinist Set Up Operator

> Prince Industries LLC · Tampa, United States · — · Posted 2026-03-10

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** CNC Machining

## 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**

This position operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, secondary equipment, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic 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, and replacing 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 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 are 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 3 years’ experience in a CNC related field - set up experience preferred.
-   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.
-   Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.

**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 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:** $26-30 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 (  )

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