Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs for mills, lathes, and other machine types.
Interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, CAD models, and process specifications.
Optimize feeds, speeds, tooling selection, and machining strategies to improve cycle time and surface finish.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, scrap reduction, uptime, and process capability.
Document setup sheets, tooling requirements, and process instructions.
Resolve problems quickly and make recommendations for long term solutions
Investigate new methods of manufacturing or technology to improve current processes, increase capacity and throughput.
Communicate effectively with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Purchasing, Planning and other cross-functional departments.
Participate in release of the new products and technology to manufacturing
Maintain current files for accuracy and standardization
Work independently with general supervision

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience in machining processes, machine tools, and consumable tooling preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft office software preferred.
3D CAM experience required (Mastercam preferred).
Strong attention to detail and ability to provide accurate, timely work.
Commitment to quality, customer focused mindset both internally and externally.
Team player and active participant in project teams.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
Ability to interact with internal and external customers
Good verbal and written communications skills
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 25 lbs.

Desired Education, Certifications and Experience

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in CNC machining or manufacturing technology.
3–7+ years of CNC programming experience in precision manufacturing.
Experience with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis machining.

For candidates based in Minnesota: The pay range for this position is $22.26 - 37.84 per hour.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific range for your location during the hiring process.

Ichor is committed to supporting your personal well-being and professional development. Our benefits are designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, provide peace of mind, and prepare for your future. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, allowing team members to select the coverage that best meets their healthcare needs and budget. Our benefits also include a paid time-off program and paid holidays to support your time away from work. A summary of our Benefits will be provided during the interview process.

ITAR Compliance
The business site where this position is located is an ITAR-compliant operation. Due to ITAR regulations, Ichor Systems is only able to employ US Persons. A US person is a lawful permanent resident (immigrant with “green card” permanent authorization to work document) or who is a protected person (a citizen, a national, a refugee, or a person granted asylum). Non-citizens with other visas are not eligible for hire at this location.

Ichor Systems Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Precision machining is Ichor Precision Machining’s heritage and core strength. IPM's skilled and dedicated employees deliver the most complex, extreme tolerance, and superior surface finish components at unsurpassed quality levels. Joining the team at IPM means working with dedicated, highly skilled employees that drive continuous improvement and ensure we deliver superior results to our customers. IPM is excited to share that we are now a part of the Ichor Systems family of companies. Ichor is headquartered in Fremont, California with manufacturing locations in Minnesota, Arizona, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia and the UK. Our sales and engineering office is strategically located in Silicon Valley, California.

Ichor Precision Machining (IPM) is an ITAR-compliant operation. Due to ITAR regulations, Ichor Systems is only able to employ US Persons. A US person is a lawful permanent resident (immigrant with “green card” permanent authorization to work document) or who is a protected individual (a citizen, a national, a refugee, or a person granted asylum). Individuals with temporary visas are not eligible for hire.

Ichor Systems provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Ichor Systems will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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