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 hyd…
Skills: GD&T, Blueprint Reading, Mechanical Inspection, First Article Inspection, Micrometers
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
Skills: CNC Milling, CNC Lathes, Blueprint Reading, Measuring Instruments, M and G Codes
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
Skills: Inventory management, Forklift operation, Shipping and receiving, Epicor, Microsoft Office
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
Skills: Deburring, Ultrasonic Cleaning, Parts Assembly, Quality Inspection, Heli-Coil Installation
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 hyd…
JOB SUMMARY As the key leader of the Prince Industries Quality Team, this “Hands-On” manager will report to the General Manager and play a key role in the support of customers as well as production facility. As the Quali…
Skills: Leadership, ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, GD&T, Gauge Calibration
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 hydraul…
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 hydraul…
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 hyd…
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 hyd…
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 hydraul…
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 hydraul…
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 hydraul…
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$23/hr–$27/hr
Full-time
high school
Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA), Prescription Coverage, Dental PPO Insurance, Vision PPO Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D
Posted 17h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Mechanical Quality Inspector performs First Article Inspections and ensures product conformity by evaluating parts against engineering drawings and specifications. They coordinate receiving, in-process, and final inspections while documenting results within the Quality System Network.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma and 5+ years of preferred experience in aerospace or AS9100 environments. Proficiency in GD&T and the use of precision hand gauging equipment is required.
Full job description
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 Mechanical Quality Inspector is responsible for the First Article Inspection and ensures product conformity to establish requirements by evaluating product to customer and Engineering drawings, specifications, and other related documents. Coordinates the receiving, in-process and final product inspections, and documents results in various reports and logs in the Quality System Network.
Compensation: $23-27/hr
Duties and Responsibilities
Fundamental mechanical and mathematical inspection knowledge.
Familiar with the use of all inspection hand gauging including but not limited to, micrometers, thread gauges, dial indicators, calipers, height gauges, etc.
Ensure proper operation of measurement equipment by following operating instructions.
Robust knowledge of GD&T, blueprint, and spec interpretation.
Work and adhere to quality management systems and requirements (i.e., training, policies, procedures, document control)
Assists Engineering and Manufacturing in the investigation of non-conformities.
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/Attributes
GD&T Experience Required
Experience with inspection equipment such as - Mics, Calipers, Opticals, and Micro heights.
Extensive knowledge of software and database testing including designing and manipulating test data, validating stored jobs, and error replication.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to create test plans and cases from specifications or verbal communications.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to serve as a liaison with developers, project managers, and customer support.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience
Aerospace experience OR AS9100.
Lean Manufacturing is a plus
5+ years preferred experience and /or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
High school diploma or GED required
Qualifications
Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Job Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or bend.
Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in which 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20 vision is required.
Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
Occasionally required to work on the production floor as it relates to the job duties and responsibilities.
The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud when working in the plant, in which hearing protection is required.
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
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 )
Global Supply Chain Partner in Precision Machining and Fabrication for Aerospace, Defense, Medical, and Industrial.
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1959
Headquarters
Carol Stream, IL
LinkedIn followers
4,968
Prince Industries is a leading strategic supply chain partner for OEMs worldwide, specializing in precision machining and sheet metal fabrication for the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. We collaborate closely with our partners to solve complex challenges, optimize supply chains, and enhance efficiency, ensuring quality parts are delivered on time, every time. As we continue to expand our five US facilities and one global facility, we offer a broad network of capabilities, engineering support, and capacity to meet the needs of our partners.
Offices: 745 N. Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL 60188, US · 22 Browne Court, Unit 104, Brattleboro, VT 05301, US · 1050 Kingsland Dr, Batavia, Illinois 60510, US · No. 485 Xinrun Rd.,, Xinqiao Tn., Shanghai, Songjiang District 201612, CN · 1217 Tech Blvd, Tampa, Florida 33619, US
5-Axis Vertical and Horizontal MillingCNC TurningCNC SwissSheet Metal FabricationLaser CuttingCNC FormingEDM DrillingEDM CuttingCMM InspectionRobotic Welding
Global Supply Chain Partner in Precision Machining and Fabrication for Aerospace, Defense, Medical, and Industrial.
Industry
Machinery Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1959
Headquarters
Carol Stream, IL
LinkedIn followers
4,968
Prince Industries is a leading strategic supply chain partner for OEMs worldwide, specializing in precision machining and sheet metal fabrication for the aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. We collaborate closely with our partners to solve complex challenges, optimize supply chains, and enhance efficiency, ensuring quality parts are delivered on time, every time. As we continue to expand our five US facilities and one global facility, we offer a broad network of capabilities, engineering support, and capacity to meet the needs of our partners.
Offices: 745 N. Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL 60188, US · 22 Browne Court, Unit 104, Brattleboro, VT 05301, US · 1050 Kingsland Dr, Batavia, Illinois 60510, US · No. 485 Xinrun Rd.,, Xinqiao Tn., Shanghai, Songjiang District 201612, CN · 1217 Tech Blvd, Tampa, Florida 33619, US
5-Axis Vertical and Horizontal MillingCNC TurningCNC SwissSheet Metal FabricationLaser CuttingCNC FormingEDM DrillingEDM CuttingCMM InspectionRobotic Welding