FlexTrades is seeking an experienced HBM Programmer/Machinist to support precision machining operations on CNC Horizontal Boring Mills. This role is ideal for a highly skilled machinist who is comfortable programming, setting up, and operating large HBMs while owning quality and efficiency from setup through final inspection.
Who we are
FlexTrades is a premier traveling workforce solutions provider helping manufacturers nationwide overcome production shortfalls, skills gaps, and tight deadlines. Since 2004, we’ve deployed skilled tradespeople and engineers to top companies in industries like aerospace, automotive, defense, electronics, and more.
At FlexTrades, technicians earn competitive pay, build new skills, and gain hands-on experience while working in world-class facilities across the country. We handle travel and logistics so you can focus on your craft, your growth, and work that truly matters.
Qualifications
- Strong experience as an HBM Programmer/Machinist
- Proficiency with Mastercam and G‑code programming
- Experience machining steel (carbon & stainless); plastics a plus
- Ability to read prints, understand GD&T, and work independently
- Comfortable managing one machine start to finish
- Experience with bar stock, castings, and forgings
- Own basic machinist tools and inspection gauges
- Contract/travel machinist experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate CNC Horizontal Boring Mills (Shibaura)
- Work with Tosnuc / Fanuc-style controls using G & M code
- Program at the machine, in Mastercam, or at the controller
- Edit and optimize existing programs for efficiency and job changes
- Machine primarily 3-axis parts (4-axis experience a plus)
- Select tooling, set up jobs, and create setup notes as needed
- Inspect own parts, including FAIs, to ±.001" tolerances
- Safely operate overhead cranes and forklifts (training provided)
Pay and Benefits:
- Pay: $48/hour
- Guaranteed Overtime Each Week paid at time and a half
- Access to a full suite of benefits
- Travel Pay to and from the project
- Paid lodging (Single-Occupancy Hotel Room)
- Per diem ($45/day)
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.
Let FlexTrades help to place you where your expertise is needed the most. Apply today!
Please Note: We are currently experiencing a high number of responses for our job openings. We appreciate your patience, and someone will be in touch if your skillset matches the position
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Pay: $48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Our roles require travel within the continental U.S. for 3–6 month on‑site contract assignments. Are you willing to travel and stay in the assignment area for the full duration?
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have programming and operating CNC Horizontal Boring Mills (HBMs)?
- Which programming methods have you used?
- Are you comfortable working independently on a contract/travel assignment, owning one machine from setup through final inspection?
Work Location: On the road
