Hire Veteran Manufacturing Talent in Cambridge
Cambridge, MN, in Isanti County, about 41 miles from downtown Minneapolis. LockLeed places disciplined, mission-ready veterans into direct-hire Manufacturing roles in Cambridge and across the surrounding Twin Cities metro.
Manufacturing Employers in Cambridge
These Cambridge employers anchor Manufacturing work in the area:
- TEAM Cambridge (TEAM Industries) — Precision machining of drivetrain/powertrain components at 625 2nd Ave SE, Cambridge; part of TEAM Industries (1,200+ employees company-wide)
- Schlagel, Inc. — Manufacturer of grain/bulk material-handling equipment (bucket elevators, conveyors, distributors) at 491 N Emerson St, Cambridge; established 1957
Manufacturing in Cambridge
Local industrial and business hubs like Cambridge Southeast Industrial Park and Cambridge Opportunity Industrial Park (state-certified shovel-ready site) concentrate that demand.
About 41 miles from downtown Minneapolis via Highway 65, Highway 95, and Highway 47. Cambridge also draws Manufacturing candidates from nearby North Branch, New Prague, and Belle Plaine.
Around town, Rum River, Isanti County Historical Society, and Spectacle Lake area mark the local landscape.
Why Veterans Excel in Manufacturing
Cambridge's Manufacturing employers compete for exactly the standards-driven, safety-minded operators the military produces.
- They show up, stay calm when the line goes down, and hold the team accountable.
- Veterans are trained to hit takt, hold standards, and lead a crew under pressure.
- Shift leadership, safety ownership, and standard work are second nature to any NCO.
Manufacturing Roles
The military backgrounds that map to each role — staffed direct-hire in Cambridge.
Production Supervisor
Lead a shift or line to hit safety, quality, and output targets.
See this role →Maintenance Technician
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
See this role →Manufacturing Engineer
Design, improve, and document production processes and tooling.
See this role →Plant Manager
Run the entire site — safety, quality, output, cost, and people.
See this role →Operations Manager
Own daily execution, safety, quality, and productivity for a site or department.
See this role →Quality Manager
Own the quality management system (ISO/AS9100) and audits.
See this role →Continuous Improvement Manager
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen across the operation.
See this role →Supply Chain Manager
Own end-to-end supply chain: planning, procurement, inventory, distribution.
See this role →Mechanical Engineer
Design, analyze, and test mechanical systems and components.
See this role →Maintenance Manager
Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
See this role →With Minnesota National Guard Armory (Cambridge), Cambridge American Legion Post 290, and Cambridge VFW Post 6031 nearby and Fort Snelling within reach, Cambridge has a genuine veteran community to recruit from.
Cambridge Manufacturing FAQ
Which Cambridge employers hire veteran Manufacturing talent?
Cambridge-area Manufacturing employers include TEAM Cambridge (TEAM Industries) and Schlagel, Inc.. Precision machining of drivetrain/powertrain components at 625 2nd Ave SE, Cambridge; part of TEAM Industries (1,200+ employees company-wide). LockLeed places disciplined, direct-hire veterans into roles at organizations like these.
Do you place Manufacturing talent in Cambridge, MN?
Yes. LockLeed is a veteran-owned staffing and executive-search firm based in Minneapolis, and we place direct-hire Manufacturing professionals in Cambridge and throughout Isanti County and the Twin Cities region.
How far is Cambridge from LockLeed's office?
Cambridge is about 41 miles from our Minneapolis office, via Highway 65 and Highway 95 — well within our core service area.
What does it cost, and how fast is the first slate?
We present a first slate of 2-4 vetted finalists within 5-10 business days of the requirements brief, on a contingency model — you pay only when you hire, and it is always free for the candidate.
Why hire veterans for Manufacturing roles?
Whether it's a lean cell, a 24/7 continuous process, or a high-mix job shop, manufacturers need supervisors and engineers who own the floor. Veterans have been running complex operations since they were 22.
Hire Veteran Talent That Delivers
Tell us the role and we'll bring you a vetted shortlist — free to start, pay only when you hire.