SPECIALIZED STAFFING SOLUTIONS
Staffing Solutions
SKILLED-TECHNICAL
CONNECTING SKILLED TECHNICIANS WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS.
Skilled technical placement with Specialized connects you directly with top manufacturing and industrial employers across Indiana and Michigan. Whether you are a certified welder, experienced CNC machinist, or industrial maintenance technician, we match your hands-on expertise with direct-hire opportunities that offer high wages, modern shop floors, and long-term career stability.
Advance your trade with Specialized.
Direct hire from day one. Top-of-market trade wage. Confidential career matching.
ADDRESS
1001 E. Jefferson
South Bend, IN 46617
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HOURS
7am-5pm M-F
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POSITIONS WE PLACE:
Precision Machining & Tooling
Running CNC mills, lathes, and grinders to produce tight-tolerance parts.
Industrial Maintenance & Electrical
Troubleshooting 480V systems, wiring, and plant machinery to prevent downtime.
Certified Welding & Fabrication
Laying MIG, TIG, and stick welds on steel and aluminum to blueprint specs.
Service Tech
Traveling to customer sites to install, inspect, and repair mechanical equipment.
Maintenance Tech
Handling daily preventative maintenance and line repairs on motors and conveyors.
CNC Programmers
Writing G-code and Mastercam toolpaths to optimize cutting cycles.
Machine Programmers
Setting up automated machine sequences, PLC controls, and robotic paths.
Mold Services
Cleaning, repairing, and changing injection molds and die tooling.
Plumbing / HVAC
Maintaining plant piping, chillers, boilers, and air handling systems.
Technical Support
Diagnosing plant-floor electronics, testing equipment, and automation tools.
CANDIDATE
THE DIRECT HIRE ADVANTAGE.
Step straight onto the client’s permanent payroll and benefits.
100% Confidential Search
Search for your next shop or line without risking your current job. We protect your privacy and never submit your resume without your explicit permission.
Vetted Shop Floors
We tour and inspect every plant before making a match. Work in clean, well-lit facilities equipped with modern tooling and strict safety standards.
Direct to Hiring Managers
Bypass automated application filters and HR portals. We put your portfolio directly in front of plant managers, maintenance directors, and shop owners.
EMPLOYER
TECHNICAL WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS:
Precision talent pipelines engineered for your facility's unique operational demands.
Vetted Technical Proficiency
We do not just match keywords; we assess blueprints, tooling knowledge, and programming capabilities before a candidate ever reaches your desk.
Flexible Engagement Models
From project-based contract specialists covering peak production to permanent direct-hire maintenance directors.
Safety & Compliance First
Every candidate arrives thoroughly screened, OSHA-aware, and ready to adhere to your strict facility standards.
THE STANDARD
FOUR PILLARS OF TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE:
While our Director partners with local plant managers to understand their specific operational demands, our veteran recruitment team—backed by 18 years of technical hiring experience—holds our candidates to a strict standard. We evaluate every technician, machinist, and engineer against these four essential pillars of technical excellence.
Precision & Craftsmanship
Industrial equipment and finished products demand exact tolerances. Read blueprints accurately, verify your setups, and take pride in running quality parts with minimal scrap.
Machine Integrity & Safety
Operating high-tonnage presses, CNC centers, and high-voltage panels requires strict safety habits. Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, maintain your tooling, and protect yourself and your shop team daily.
Clear Shop-Floor Communication
Clear communication prevents costly machine downtime. Keep plant leads, maintenance supervisors, and production teams aligned during shift handoffs, maintenance logs, and line changeovers.
Expand Your Credentials
The most valuable technicians never stop learning. Adding new certifications—from AWS welding stamps to Fanuc robotics and Siemens/Allen-Bradley PLC programming—puts you at the highest compensation tiers.