Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Ichor Systems has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator at our Sauk Rapids, MN facility. This position offers a weekday 1st shift, working Monday through Thursday from 7:00am to 7:00pm. This position plays a key role in supporting precision manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong machining experience, a commitment to quality, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, the Machine Operator will start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.

What We Offer

PTO – 3 weeks annually, with accrual starting day one

Strong health care plans available for both individuals and family.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) – Buy company stock at a discount through payroll deductions

401(k) Match – Ichor Systems will match 50% of your contributions up to 8%.

Vesting is immediate, ensuring you have full ownership of both your contributions and the matching funds from the company.

Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance – Plus paid holidays, including a floating holiday

Tuition Reimbursement – For approved professional development

Competitive Pay – Includes shift differentials for swing shift and weekends

Specific

Job Duties:

• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Understands blueprints, drawings, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes and similar CNC machine tools.
• Refer to the tooling list and install correct tooling. Be able to enter and verify tool offsets.
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications using various measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and depth micrometers. Familiarity with elementary CMM, GD&T, and SPC.
• Communicate process issues to supervisor for investigation
• Complete the necessary paperwork and computer entry steps.

Position Requirements:

• Ability to operate vertical/horizontal mill, lathe or Swiss machinery.
• Troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to perform non-complex adjustments and changes to machinery
• Must have 1+ years of experience
• Metalworking experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent

For candidates based in Minnesota:
The pay range for this position is $17.12 - $29.09 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 ONLY
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.

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