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FlexTrades is hiring Mold Process Technicians for high-impact, project-based roles across the United States. Immediate openings are available in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. This is your opportunity to earn top pay, enjoy guaranteed overtime, and work with advanced injection molding technology in dynamic manufacturing environments.

If you’re experienced with hot runner molds, valve gates, and high-tonnage injection machines, we want to connect with you.

Position Overview

As a Mold Process Technician with FlexTrades, you will troubleshoot and optimize injection molding processes across a wide range of machines and part specifications. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining quality standards, adjusting process parameters, and preventing downtime. This role is ideal for those who are hands-on, analytical, and thrive in a high-performance production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Work with injection molding machines ranging from 55T to 3000T (brands include KraussMaffei, Milacron, Van Dorn, Engel, Husky, and Toyo)
Adjust process parameters using machine controls (Fanuc and others)
Operate and troubleshoot hot runner molds with valve gates (required experience)
Work with molds featuring single and multi-cavity tooling, with cavitation ranging from 2 to 16
Monitor machines running polypropylene, with occasional runs of polycarbonate and polystyrene
Ensure quality output by referencing process sheets, programs, and quality documentation
Perform First Article Inspections (FAIs) and document all quality-related activity
Recognize and correct cycle time and part quality issues before they impact production
Use overhead cranes and perform rigging as needed (training provided)
Assist setup technicians with process verifications (though not responsible for setup or operation)
Interface with robots integrated into the equipment and take corrective action when necessary
Follow LOTO procedures to support maintenance and setup operations

Qualifications

Experience adjusting and troubleshooting injection molding processes is required
Must have valve gate hot runner system experience
Ability to understand process parameters: velocity, transfer position, pack & hold
Familiarity with robots integrated into molding equipment is preferred
Must be highly attentive to quality and able to perform detailed inspections
Ability to work independently and call for additional support when necessary
Must be intentional, proactive, and capable of identifying production issues before they escalate
English and Spanish reference materials available; bilingual ability is a plus
No tools required; all necessary equipment will be provided

Pay and Benefits

$40/hour base pay + guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)
Paid travel to and from job sites
Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
$45/day per diem
Access to full suite of benefits
Flexible time off between assignments
Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year
2nd and 3rd shift availability with 50+ hours/week

Additional Requirements

Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Must be eligible to work in the United States

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is the nation’s premier industrial contracting company, providing skilled tradespeople to the manufacturers that keep America moving. For over 40 years, we’ve helped technicians like you earn top wages, gain hands-on experience in world-class facilities, and enjoy the freedom of flexible contract work.

From injection molding to precision machining, FlexTrades puts your expertise to work where it’s needed most — and pays you well to do it.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

FlexTrades is hiring experienced Debug Technicians for complex, travel-based roles at world-class tech facilities across the United States. Immediate assignments are available in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Missouri.

If you have a deep understanding of computer hardware, firmware, and Linux-based debugging, this is your opportunity to work hands-on with advanced server racks and cutting-edge diagnostic tools while earning top pay and guaranteed overtime.

Position Summary

As a Debug Technician with FlexTrades, you will troubleshoot and debug complex computer hardware systems housed in large compute/server racks. You’ll run automated tests, interpret Linux-based outputs, and resolve hardware-related issues in live production environments. This role is ideal for tech-savvy professionals with a background in IT infrastructure, hardware repair, or systems analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Run automated diagnostic tests on server racks, using provided test equipment and digital instructions
Interpret and troubleshoot hardware failures based on test output data
Debug using Linux command-line operations to trace root causes of communication issues between firmware and hardware
Replace or reroute hardware components (e.g., cables, boards) for simple fixes
Escalate complex issues to in-house production teams or Test Engineers as needed
Use provided Debug Scripts to guide step-by-step hardware troubleshooting
Work directly on 6–7 foot server cabinets, occasionally using a step stool to access higher areas
Manage up to 100 server racks containing hundreds of hardware components
Reference system diagrams, documentation, and debug guides stored electronically
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure hardware systems pass all final validation checks

Required Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of computer hardware, components, and connectivity
Hands-on experience debugging firmware-level issues
Proficiency in Linux OS and ability to use Linux-based command language for diagnostics
Experience troubleshooting multi-computer environments across large networks or enterprise-scale IT systems
Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate automated test failures and interpret system-level messages
Understanding of how operating systems manage communication between hardware and software
Comfortable working at height from a step ladder when necessary

Preferred Backgrounds

IT support roles in enterprise-level or multi-location corporate environments
Debug or repair roles within server farms, data centers, or systems integrators
Technical certifications in Linux, CompTIA, or network hardware are a plus

Pay and Benefits

$48/hour base pay
Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)
Paid travel to and from job sites
Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
$45/day per diem
Access to a full suite of benefits
Flexible time off between assignments
Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year
2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)

Additional Requirements

Must pass pre-employment drug screening
Must be eligible to work in the United States

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is the leading provider of skilled technical talent for short-term and project-based roles nationwide. For over 40 years, we’ve helped technicians like you find rewarding, high-paying jobs that allow for flexibility, travel, and career growth.

Whether you want to gain new experience, earn more in less time, or work with industry leaders, FlexTrades gives you the opportunity to do it all—on your terms.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

FlexTrades is hiring highly skilled TIG Welders for contract-based travel roles across the United States. Immediate opportunities are available in Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota.

If you specialize in stainless steel welding of thin-walled tube and sheet components and are looking for your next high-paying opportunity, this is it. Work on exhaust systems, engine mounts, and muffler assemblies for top-tier manufacturing clients while earning top pay and guaranteed overtime.

Position Summary

As a TIG Welder with FlexTrades, you’ll layout, fit, tack, and weld stainless steel, Chromalloy, and aluminum components — mostly thin-walled tubes and sheet metal. Precision, consistency, and strong visual inspection skills are essential, as each weld must meet tight tolerances for form, fit, and function.

Key Responsibilities

Layout, fit, tack, and TIG weld all components using Miller 210s and 280s with foot pedal control
Weld components such as exhaust assemblies, engine mounts, and muffler shells
Work with stainless steel (75%), Chromalloy, and aluminum tube and sheet materials
Weld thin-walled tubing (ranging from 0.035? to 0.065?) and dissimilar thicknesses (16g–20g)
Perform both freehand and fixtured welding, including out-of-position welds (no overhead welding)
Cope/join tubes end-to-end and end-to-side using chop saws, belt sanders, and other tools
Interpret drawings and blueprints that include AWS weld symbols for setup and execution
Execute fillet and groove welds across a variety of joint types and geometries
Use rotators to assist in part positioning and ensure clean, consistent welds
Perform 100% visual inspections on all welds; execute FPI testing as required
Sign off on weld quality and completed quantities daily
Participate in rework operations as needed on both self-produced and peer weldments

Required Experience

Proven TIG welding experience on stainless steel, Chromalloy, and aluminum components
Proficient with both tube-to-tube and tube-to-sheet welding
Must be able to weld materials thinner than 0.065”
Comfortable with out-of-position welding tasks
Strong understanding of AWS weld symbols and blueprint interpretation
Ability to perform layout and fitting as part of the weld process
Familiarity with welding dissimilar thickness materials
Must complete and pass four weld qualification tests within the first 1–2 days

Tools and Materials

Tubes: 1” to 4.5” in diameter, most commonly 1 ¾”
Materials come pre-kitted to the weld cell
Tools provided for cutting, sanding, and shaping parts to fit prior to welding

Pay and Benefits

$32/hour base pay
Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)
Paid travel to and from job sites
Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
$45/day per diem
Access to a full suite of benefits
Flexible time off between assignments
Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year
2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)

Additional Requirements

Must pass all pre-employment drug screening
Must be eligible to work in the United States

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is America’s leading industrial project staffing firm, connecting top-tier welders and tradespeople with forward-thinking manufacturers nationwide. For over 40 years, we’ve built a reputation on reliability, integrity, and providing our technicians with flexible, high-paying work.

Whether you’re looking for variety, freedom, or the ability to earn more in less time, FlexTrades can take your welding career to the next level.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

FlexTrades is now hiring experienced I&E Technicians for high-profile, travel-based projects across the United States. Immediate opportunities are available in Kansas, Missouri, and Colorado.

If you have a background in instrumentation and electrical repair within FDA-regulated environments, and you’re looking to put your skills to use in modern, high-tech facilities, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

As an I&E Technician with FlexTrades, you’ll calibrate, test, and troubleshoot production instrumentation and support electrical maintenance at newly commissioned manufacturing sites. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of startup operations where your expertise directly contributes to production reliability and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

Test and calibrate a wide range of instrumentation including:
Frequency drives
Humidity, temperature, weight/scale, pressure, and flow sensors
Thermal imaging tools, cameras, and level sensors

Support instrumentation on production equipment such as Tetra Pak, separators, homogenizers, and mixers used in dairy and cheese production

Replace or repair faulty instrumentation and support electrical repairs alongside in-house maintenance techs

Assist with the commissioning of new production equipment and instrumentation systems

Troubleshoot Allen Bradley and Siemens instrumentation hardware

Interface with pick & place Fanuc robots; experience with robotic systems is a plus

Calibrate instruments to required specifications and make adjustments as needed

Work within PLC systems for troubleshooting (no editing or programming required)

Reference and utilize machine manuals, wiring diagrams, and schematics during repairs

Operate within a SAP CMMS and MES platforms (Ignition and Wonderware)

Interpret verbal instructions and document completed work accurately

Maintain compliance with FDA and GMP regulations

Preferred Experience

Familiarity with pasteurization processes or dairy production environments

Prior experience in newly commissioned or greenfield facilities

Hands-on work in MES and CMMS environments, especially Ignition and Wonderware

Exposure to SAP maintenance systems and work order tracking

Must-Have Qualifications

Proven experience in an FDA/GMP regulated facility

Strong background in industrial instrumentation and electrical systems

Ability to work independently and think critically in dynamic environments

Willingness to assist with commissioning activities and troubleshoot new equipment

Flexibility to travel and work various shifts as required

Pay and Benefits

$45/hour base pay

Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)

Paid travel to and from job sites

Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)

$45/day per diem

Access to a full suite of benefits

Flexible time off between assignments

Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year

2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)

Additional Requirements

Must pass all pre-employment drug screening

Must be eligible to work in the United States

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is the nation’s premier industrial contracting firm. For over 40 years, we’ve helped skilled technicians find meaningful work in advanced manufacturing facilities across the country. We offer high pay, steady work, and unmatched flexibility for tradespeople who want to take control of their careers.

From instrumentation to automation, FlexTrades puts your expertise to work where it’s needed most—and pays you well to do it.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

FlexTrades is hiring experienced Maintenance Technicians for project-based work at top-tier manufacturing facilities across the country. Immediate opportunities are available in Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois.

If you’re skilled in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical maintenance, and you thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your chance to earn top pay while supporting critical production operations.

Position Summary

As a Maintenance Technician with FlexTrades, you’ll perform reactive and preventative maintenance on a wide range of production equipment used to manufacture wheels and other metal products. You’ll work alongside in-house teams to keep machines running efficiently and support facility maintenance as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair machinery used in wheel production, including:
Rim rollers
Welding equipment
CNC machines
Stamping and punch presses

Perform maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic, water, and air lines (1–2” diameter, rigid and flexible)

Complete both reactive and preventative maintenance with an emphasis on permanent fixes whenever possible

Assist with welding tasks (MIG or stick) to support temporary repairs (highly preferred skillset)

Operate hand and power tools including grinders and drills

Support facility maintenance tasks alongside full-time staff when required

Reference available manuals, schematics, and prints to guide repairs

Work independently in medium-to-fast-paced production environments

Follow paper-based documentation procedures (no CMMS involved)

Assist with forklift operations when needed (training provided)

Bring your own basic maintenance tools; large and specialty tools will be provided

Qualifications

Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

Comfortable working on 480V 3-phase systems

Welding experience (MIG or stick) strongly preferred

Ability to read schematics and work from manuals

Must be prepared for higher temperatures and occasional fast-paced work environments

Ability to operate safely and independently with minimal supervision

Must supply your own basic tools and secure toolbox with lock

Pay and Benefits

$40/hour base pay

Guaranteed overtime each week (paid at time and a half)

Paid travel to and from job sites

Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)

$45/day per diem

Access to full suite of benefits

Flexible time off between assignments

Assignments range from 3 months to 1 year

2nd and 3rd shift availability (50+ hours/week)

Additional Requirements

Must pass pre-employment drug screening

Must be eligible to work in the United States

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is the nation’s leading provider of skilled trades talent for short-term industrial projects. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped Maintenance Technicians, Machinists, Welders, and more find meaningful work in advanced manufacturing environments across the country.

Whether you’re between jobs, seeking variety, or looking to earn top wages in less time, FlexTrades gives you the flexibility and support to build the life and career you want.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

FlexTrades is hiring experienced Test Engineers to support critical failure analysis and root cause troubleshooting for server and compute rack systems. This contract-based role is ideal for engineers with advanced Linux and Python skills who thrive in solving complex technical problems others can’t. Work alongside a highly collaborative team while earning top pay, guaranteed overtime, and full benefits.

Job Location

Nationwide travel-based opportunity with possible job sites in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Missouri.

Job Summary

As a Test Engineer with FlexTrades, you’ll be the go-to expert for identifying and resolving system-level issues that Debug Techs, Test Techs, and Production teams are unable to solve. This role focuses on deep hardware troubleshooting, firmware diagnostics, Linux command-line operations, and Python-based scripting. You’ll also be responsible for creating detailed documentation to support future resolution efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and resolve failures that lower-level Test and Debug Techs cannot solve
Analyze and identify root causes of hardware, firmware, or system-level issues
Support teams in diagnosing and documenting complex issues across multiple systems
Work with Linux operating systems and command-line environments daily
Write, modify, and execute Python scripts for diagnostic, automation, and test purposes
Interpret and update schematics, debug scripts, test procedures, and WIKIs
Guide lower-level engineers through issue analysis and problem-solving
Conduct system tests and evaluate computer hardware functionality, startup behavior, and firmware operations
Document resolutions to recurring issues and update work instructions, troubleshooting guides, and test protocols
Use engineering root cause tools such as SPC, CAPA, Fishbone, 5 Whys, Pareto, and fault tree analysis

Candidate Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, electronics, or related field (required)
Expert-level experience in Linux OS and Linux command-line operations
Strong proficiency in the Python programming language
In-depth understanding of computer hardware, including components and system interactions
Familiarity with computer firmware and automated hardware diagnostic processes
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Strong documentation skills for technical processes and troubleshooting procedures
Proven experience using root cause analysis methodologies
Knowledge of SPC and other quality/process control tools
Must be able to pass a drug test
Willing to travel for long-term assignments (3 to 12 months)
Available for 2nd or 3rd shift with 50+ hours/week

Compensation & Benefits

$80/hour + guaranteed overtime (paid at time and a half)
Full suite of benefits
Paid travel to and from job sites
Paid lodging (single-occupancy hotel room)
Daily per diem of $45
Flexibility to take time off between assignments

About FlexTrades

FlexTrades is a leading provider of skilled engineering and technical talent to manufacturers and technology companies across the U.S. Our Test Engineers work on the front lines of innovation, solving problems that matter and making systems work better. With competitive pay and travel flexibility, FlexTrades gives you the tools to take your engineering career to the next level.

FlexTrades is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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