Manufacturing Detail Technician - M-F Swing Shift

Ichor Systems•Scotts Valley, CA

5d•$19 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

IMG, an Ichor company, is hiring a Detail Technician for its Larking manufacturing facility in Scotts Valley, California. The role involves finishing machined metal parts through cleaning, deburring, polishing, inspection, and related tasks. The position requires attention to detail and the safe use of hand tools, machinery, and personal protective equipment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. The position is based in an ITAR-compliant facility, and only U.S. persons, as defined in the posting, are eligible for employment. For candidates based in California, the stated pay range is $19.35 to $32.84 per hour, non-exempt. Actual pay within the range depends on factors such as work location, knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The manufacturing work environment may include exposure to noise, coolant, dust, temperature variations, and moving machinery. The role requires wearing personal protective equipment and performing physical activities including standing, walking, squatting, reaching, carrying, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two or more years of manufacturing or related experience.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn and cross-train.
Understanding of shop and facilities maintenance tools.
Ability to follow written procedures, work orders, and safety instructions.
Basic computer skills and ability to accurately document work.
Ability to safely use basic hand tools and maintenance equipment.
Ability to work independently on routine tasks and recognize when issues require escalation.
Practical problem-solving approach and ability to identify root causes.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use required personal protective equipment.
Must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR eligibility description in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Technical school education or related experience in a machine shop, automotive, machine maintenance, or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Operate automated aqueous washers, ultrasonic cleaners, or solvent degreasers to clean machined metal parts.
Use files, deburring tools, abrasive pads, and other manual tools to remove burrs, smooth edges, and remove residue from complex geometries.
Inspect parts for cleanliness and cosmetic defects, including scratches and stains, and check conformance to specifications using magnification tools.
Blend tool marks, polish surfaces, and apply rust inhibitors or coatings to finished parts.
Review shop travelers or blueprints for special instructions and maintain records of completed work.
Follow company and OSHA safety policies and procedures for chemical use and personal protective equipment.
Work from schedules, checklists, logs, and established procedures.
Record activities using basic computer systems.