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 SummaryThe Shop Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient machine shop environment. This role supports production by ensuring machines and work areas are properly cleaned, maintained, and supplied, while also assisting with preventative maintenance tasks and material handling.Key Responsibilities Perform routine cleaning of machines, including chip removal and full machine clean-outsManage chip handling processes, including collection, transport, and disposal or recyclingMaintain coolant systems by filling machines, monitoring levels, and assisting with coolant tank clean-outsConduct general shop cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, mopping, and wiping down equipment and surfacesAssist with basic preventative maintenance (PM) tasks on machines as directedOperate a forklift to move materials, chip bins, and other shop items safely and efficientlyEnsure work areas remain organized and free of hazardsSupport production teams by maintaining a clean and functional workspaceFollow all safety procedures and company policiesRequired Skills & CompetenciesPrevious experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment preferredForklift experience or willingness to become certifiedBasic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine maintenance tasksAbility to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periodsStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safetyReliable and able to work independently with minimal supervisionMust be able to read, write and understand EnglishPhysical & Work Environment RequirementsIndustrial machine shop setting with exposure to machinery, metal chips, coolants, and noiseRequires use of personal protective equipment (PPE)BenefitsBlue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription CoverageDental PPO InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.Critical Illness InsuranceAccident Insurance401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer matchPersonal Retirement AdvisorGenerous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related ClassesPersonal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)Uniform Rental ServiceEmployee EventsDue 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 )
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 Shop Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient machine shop environment. This role supports production by ensuring machines and work areas are properly cleaned, maintained, and supplied, while also assisting with preventative maintenance tasks and material handling.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine cleaning of machines, including chip removal and full machine clean-outs
- Manage chip handling processes, including collection, transport, and disposal or recycling
- Maintain coolant systems by filling machines, monitoring levels, and assisting with coolant tank clean-outs
- Conduct general shop cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, mopping, and wiping down equipment and surfaces
- Assist with basic preventative maintenance (PM) tasks on machines as directed
- Operate a forklift to move materials, chip bins, and other shop items safely and efficiently
- Ensure work areas remain organized and free of hazards
- Support production teams by maintaining a clean and functional workspace
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies
Required Skills & Competencies
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment preferred
- Forklift experience or willingness to become certified
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine maintenance tasks
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety
- Reliable and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must be able to read, write and understand English
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Industrial machine shop setting with exposure to machinery, metal chips, coolants, and noise
- Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
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
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 )
AT-A-GLANCEPrince Industries LLC is a contract manufacturer of precision machined and sheet metal fabricated components and assemblies. We are not a job shop, or a vendor, or even just a supplier - we are a strategic supply chain partner. Today we operate seven manufacturing facilities – two in Illinois, two in Florida, one in Vermont, one in Massachusetts, and one in Shanghai, China, and have hundreds of employees. All five of our manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2015 (and soon to be ISO 13485) certified. Two of our facilities are AS9100-certified for the aerospace industry as well. COMPANY HISTORY Prince was started by Ed Miller in 1959 as a one-man shop just outside of Chicago, Illinois. As demand for our services grew, so did we. By 1977, we expanded our capabilities to include sheet metal fabrication. A couple of years later, we implemented CNC technology. In 2006, Prince established a new division, QP Hydraulics, which sells products into the mobile and industrial hydraulics markets. In 2022 and 2023, we acquired two aerospace-focused facilities in Florida.
AT-A-GLANCE
Prince Industries LLC is a contract manufacturer of precision machined and sheet metal fabricated components and assemblies. We are not a job shop, or a vendor, or even just a supplier - we are a strategic supply chain partner. Today we operate seven manufacturing facilities – two in Illinois, two in Florida, one in Vermont, one in Massachusetts, and one in Shanghai, China, and have hundreds of employees. All five of our manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2015 (and soon to be ISO 13485) certified. Two of our facilities are AS9100-certified for the aerospace industry as well.
COMPANY HISTORY
Prince was started by Ed Miller in 1959 as a one-man shop just outside of Chicago, Illinois. As demand for our services grew, so did we. By 1977, we expanded our capabilities to include sheet metal fabrication. A couple of years later, we implemented CNC technology. In 2006, Prince established a new division, QP Hydraulics, which sells products into the mobile and industrial hydraulics markets. In 2022 and 2023, we acquired two aerospace-focused facilities in Florida.
