Quality Inspector/Technician

Ichor Systems, Inc.; Osakis (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO - 3 weeks annually

Health care plans

ESPP - Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Match - 50% up to 8%

Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive pay with shift differentia

Job summary

Ichor Systems, Inc. in Osakis, MN is seeking a Quality Technician on 2nd shift to inspect precision components, read drawings, and verify features with IMTE, vision systems, and CMM (PC-DMIS). This role supports ISO 9001 and AS9100 compliance and promotes continuous quality improvements.

The position offers a 4-day workweek, competitive pay, and benefits including health plans, 401(k) match, PTO, and tuition reimbursement. Join a team focused on precision, accuracy, and process excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of inspection experience in precision machining, aerospace or manufacturing.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments (IMTE).
• Vision inspection systems preferred; CMM experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, first article, and final inspections on machined components and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Inspect tight-tolerance and critical features on precision machined components.
• Use IMTE such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges and indicators.
• Operate vision systems for non-contact measurement and feature verification.
• Support CMM inspections using PC-DMIS and re-measurement methods as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading & GD&T

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Vision inspection systems

CMM (PC-DMIS)

IMTE instruments

Job description

Join our team as a Quality Technician and play a key role in ensuring the precision and quality of components used in demanding industries. You’ll inspect precision-machined parts, use advanced measurement techniques, and work closely with production to identify and resolve quality issues. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills, strengthen your inspection expertise, and make a direct impact on product quality while working within ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.

Ichor Systems has an immediate opening for a 2nd shift Quality Inspector/Technician, located in Osakis, MN.

Enjoy a 4-Day Workweek!

Monday-Thursday | 4:00 PM-2:00 AM

Work four 10-hour shifts and enjoy three-day weekends every week!

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, first article, and final inspections on machined components and assemblies
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements
• Inspect tight-tolerance and critical features on precision machined components
• Use inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IMTE) such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and indicators
• Operate and utilize vision systems for non-contact measurement and feature verification
• Run and/or support CMM inspections using programs developed in PC-DMIS
• Verify failed or out-of-tolerance CMM features by:
• Re-measuring using alternate methods (manual tools, vision systems, or re-alignment)
• Identifying potential programming, alignment, or fixturing issues
• Use molding/replication putty (e.g., silicone or comparable compounds) to:
• Capture internal or inaccessible features
• Enable indirect measurement of complex geometries
• Validate dimensions that cannot be directly probed or visually inspected
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with MRB procedures
• Complete inspection reports and documentation accurately (FAI, in-process, final inspection records)
• Verify traceability, material certifications, and documentation compliance
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to measurement discrepancies
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas and equipment
• Ensure proper handling and protection of precision components
• Support internal and external audits (ISO 9001 / AS9100 / customer audits)
• Communicate inspection results and discrepancies clearly to production, engineering, and quality teams

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred
• 3-5 years of inspection experience in precision machining, aerospace, or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T
• Experience using precision measuring instruments (IMTE)
• Experience with vision inspection systems (preferred)
• Experience verifying CMM results and troubleshooting measurement discrepancies (preferred)
• Experience using replication/molding techniques for inspection (preferred)
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems preferred
• Experience with CMM operation (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to inspect tight-tolerance machined features
• Ability to evaluate difficult-to-access features using indirect methods
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Ability to validate and challenge automated inspection results (CMM/vision systems)
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment

Working Conditions

• Shop floor and inspection lab environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Handling small, tight-tolerance machined components
• Occasional lifting of parts or fixtures
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

For candidates based in Minnesota: The pay range for this position is $19.33 - $32.84 per hour, plus 10% differential.

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.

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