Job Description

Job Title: CNC Lathe Machinist Level 4

📍 Location: Scotts Valley, CA – IMG Larkin (a division of Ichor Systems)

🕒 Shifts Available:

• Day Shift: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• Swing Shift: 2:15 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
• 💼 Employment Type: Full-time

About Ichor Systems

At Ichor Systems , machining is more than a job — it’s a craft that powers the future of advanced technology. Through our IMG Larkin division, based in Scotts Valley, CA , we specialize in manufacturing complex, close tolerance machined components for aerospace and defense industries.

Our reputation is built on craftsmanship, precision, and reliability. If you're a detail-oriented machinist who takes pride in doing high-quality work and thrives in a clean, team-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a highly experienced Lathe Machinist Level 4 to join our team. In this role, you will perform complex setups and operations on CNC Lathes with Fanus controls, Mori Seiki, Nakamura, Mazak, B-axis Turn mills and Lathes with live tooling . You’ll be responsible for producing high-precision components that meet tight tolerances, maintaining high standards for quality, cleanliness, and documentation.

As a Level 4 machinist, you are a go-to resource on the floor — skilled, independent, and reliable.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate complex jobs on CNC Lathe machines
• Read and interpret blueprints, job travelers, and machining instructions
• Edit G & M code as needed to improve process efficiency or resolve issues
• Use inspection tools to ensure parts meet tight dimensional tolerances
• Document work accurately and completely
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and improve processes

What You’ll Bring

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5–10 years of CNC milling experience, including setup and troubleshooting
• Proficient with CNC lathes with Fanuc control, Mori Seiki, Nakamura, Mazak, B-axis turn mills and/or Lathes with live tooling a plus
• Strong understanding of G-code , M-code , and GD&T
• Skilled in reading blueprints and performing high-precision measurements
• Must have personal tools and inspection equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent required; certificate or AAS in Machining preferred

Core Competencies:

• Independent, reliable, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Problem-solving mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Familiarity with CMM/VCMM a plus
• Team-oriented and dependable

Culture Fit — Built for People Who Care

We’re a team of professionals who value precision, ownership, and growth. You’ll thrive here if you:

• Take pride in clean, high-quality machining
• Work well with others and enjoy sharing knowledge
• Tackle problems head-on and look for better ways to get things done
• Focus on the details — because they matter
• Bring grit, focus, and craftsmanship to your work every day

At Ichor Systems, we invest in our people, support their development, and celebrate great work.

What We Offer

• PTO – 3 weeks annually, with accrual starting day one
• No-Cost Health Plan – High-deductible plan for employees and families with $0 payroll deduction
• 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

💵 Pay Range

$29.18 – $49.62 per hour

This reflects the advanced skill level of a Level 4 machinist. Actual compensation depends on your experience, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

This pay range reflects the base hourly rate or annual salary for positions within this job grade, based on our market-based pay structures. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal equity, business needs, and local market conditions. While the full hiring range is shared for transparency, offers are rarely made at the minimum or maximum of the range .

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.

Apply Now – Build the Future with Us

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a precision-focused team and work in a clean, collaborative environment, apply today.

🔗 Apply at ichorsystems.com/careers

📧 Questions? Contact tschonnesen@ichorsystems.com

Ichor Systems Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Immediate start, Shift work, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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