FlexTrades is hiring Sub Arc SAW Welders for nationwide project-based assignments supporting heavy industrial fabrication and large-scale structural steel manufacturing. This role is built for welders who understand automated welding processes, can maintain consistent weld quality on thick materials, and are comfortable working with oversized components in production environments.
If you have experience with submerged arc welding and can manage long weld cycles while maintaining precision and consistency, this opportunity aligns with your skill set.
Responsibilities
- Operate automated sub arc welding equipment and manage weld parameters through a control interface
- Weld circular and longitudinal seams on large steel tower sections while monitoring flux flow and weld quality
- Work from a seated operator station positioned 12 to 20 feet above the ground for extended periods depending on weld type
- Follow detailed work instructions including weld settings, sequence steps, and safety procedures
- Move between seated and standing positions to inspect weld seams and verify proper machine operation during each pass
- Use remote-operated overhead cranes to position and transfer large steel sections during setup
Qualifications
- Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions written in metric units
- Experience performing submerged arc welding on heavy steel materials required
- Comfortable working at heights of 12 to 20 feet for extended periods
- Ability to complete a hands-on weld test using provided instructions and equipment
- Experience handling multiple weld passes on thick steel sections, including repetitive cycles lasting 20 minutes or longer
- Ability to work within production tracking systems to log job start and stop times and record part information
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is a manufacturing workforce solutions company that deploys skilled tradespeople and technical specialists to worksites across the United States. We help manufacturers maintain production schedules, protect weld quality, and complete complex fabrication projects by placing experienced professionals who are ready to contribute on day one.
Our teams support heavy industrial fabrication, energy infrastructure, aerospace, automotive, and precision manufacturing operations nationwide. When weld quality and structural integrity matter, FlexTrades delivers.
Apply today to bring your submerged arc welding expertise to projects where precision and consistency are critical.
FlexTrades is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FlexTrades is hiring Swiss Machinists for nationwide project-based assignments supporting high-precision, tight-tolerance manufacturing environments. This role is built for machinists who understand Swiss-style CNC machines, can manage frequent setups, and maintain consistent quality in low-volume, high-mix production.
If you are comfortable working independently, reading prints, and producing precision components while managing multiple machines, this opportunity aligns with your skill set.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate Swiss-style CNC machines
- Perform frequent setups and changeovers in a high-mix environment
- Operate one or more machines during a shift based on workflow demands
- Follow blueprints, setup sheets, and work instructions
- Inspect parts to ensure all quality requirements are met
- Complete inspection and production documentation accurately
- Perform basic machine care and maintain a clean work area
- Follow all safety and quality procedures
Qualifications
- Direct experience setting up and operating Swiss-style CNC machines
- Experience working in a low-volume, high-mix machining environment
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and production documentation
- Background producing precision parts in a quality-driven environment
- Comfortable working independently with limited supervision
- Proven attention to detail and ability to document inspection results accurately
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with manual honing or secondary precision finishing processes
- Experience working across multiple CNC platforms including lathe, mill, and grinder
- Background in regulated, medical, aerospace, or similar quality-focused industries
- Willingness to cross-train and rotate between equipment as needed
- Experience performing basic machine care and routine upkeep
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is a manufacturing workforce solutions company that deploys skilled tradespeople and technical specialists to worksites across the United States. We help manufacturers maintain precision, reduce scrap, and meet demanding production schedules by placing experienced professionals who are ready to contribute on day one.
Our teams support aerospace, medical device, automotive, energy, and precision manufacturing operations nationwide. When Swiss machining expertise and consistency matter, FlexTrades delivers.
Apply today to bring your Swiss machining expertise to projects where precision is non-negotiable.
FlexTrades is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FlexTrades is hiring Jig Bore Operators for nationwide project-based assignments supporting precision rework and machining operations. This role is built for machinists who understand manual jig boring, can work independently from prints, and take ownership of restoring parts to exact specifications.
If you are comfortable setting up each job from scratch and making precise adjustments to bring parts back within tolerance, this opportunity aligns with your skill set.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate manual jig bore machines for precision rework applications
- Work on a variety of parts, each requiring a unique setup and approach
- Read and interpret engineering drawings to identify features requiring correction
- Secure and position parts accurately prior to machining
- Make precise adjustments to restore parts to required dimensions
- Use measurement tools to verify accuracy before final inspection
- Work in a rework environment where parts require correction rather than standard production
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area
Qualifications
- Experience operating manual jig bore machines required
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Strong attention to detail and ability to hold tight tolerances
- Comfortable working with precise measurement requirements
- Ability to set up parts independently without detailed setup sheets
- Experience using basic measurement tools
- Ability to adapt to non-repetitive work and unique setups
About FlexTrades
FlexTrades is a manufacturing workforce solutions company that deploys skilled tradespeople and technical specialists to worksites across the United States. We help manufacturers restore part integrity, reduce scrap, and maintain production quality by placing experienced professionals who are ready to contribute on day one.
Our teams support aerospace, energy, automotive, and precision manufacturing operations nationwide. When rework accuracy and craftsmanship matter, FlexTrades delivers.
Apply today to bring your jig bore expertise to projects where precision is critical.
FlexTrades is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
