Post Weld Grinder

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 Post Weld Grinder is responsible for grinding, smoothing, and finishing welded assemblies to meet quality, dimensional, and appearance standards. This role ensures welds are properly blended, free of defects, and ready for inspection, coating, or further processing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grind, smooth, and finish welds using hand grinders, pneumatic tools, and other finishing equipment
• Remove weld spatter, slag, sharp edges, and surface imperfections
• Blend welds to meet visual, dimensional, and customer specifications
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality standards are met
• Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and weld symbols as required
• Maintain consistent production flow to support welding and fabrication schedules
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and keep tools in safe working condition
• Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and housekeeping standards
• Work closely with welders, inspectors, and supervisors to resolve quality issues

REQUIRED SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES

• Previous experience grinding or finishing welded parts in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Ability to safely operate grinders and related hand tools
• Knowledge of basic weld types and fabrication processes
• Ability to read measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers
• Strong attention to detail and quality

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of industry experience is required.
• High School diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• English speaking preferred, Spanish-bilingual is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach or bend.
• Manually lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles resulting from metalworking coolants and oils.
• The noise level in the work environment is sometimes loud when working in the plant, in which hearing protection is required.

• 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: $20 - $25

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 )