Hire Veteran Manufacturing Talent in Chanhassen
Hiring Manufacturing talent in Chanhassen? Chanhassen, MN, in Carver County, about 17 miles from downtown Minneapolis. LockLeed connects Chanhassen employers with vetted, direct-hire military veterans.
Manufacturing Employers in Chanhassen
Chanhassen's Manufacturing base includes:
- The Bernard Group — Visual merchandising / retail print and display production (~747 employees) at 1650 McGlynn Rd
- IWCO Direct — Direct-mail printing and marketing production; Chanhassen headquarters/plant
- PMT Corporation — Medical-device R&D and manufacturing (neurosurgical/specialty instruments) at 1500 Park Rd
- Control Products Inc. — Electronic controls, sensors and switches / EMS for industrial equipment (~225 employees) on Lake Drive W
Manufacturing in Chanhassen
Local industrial and business hubs like Chanhassen Business/Industrial Park (Audubon Road corridor) and Arboretum Business Park concentrate that demand.
About 17 miles from downtown Minneapolis via US Highway 212, Highway 5, and Highway 101. Chanhassen also draws Manufacturing candidates from nearby Cottage Grove, Apple Valley, and Rosemount.
Around town, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Paisley Park (Prince's estate/museum), and Chanhassen Dinner Theatres mark the local landscape.
Why Veterans Excel in Manufacturing
The Manufacturing work around Chanhassen rewards people who own a process and hold a standard — which is what a veteran brings on day one.
- 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.
- They show up, stay calm when the line goes down, and hold the team accountable.
Manufacturing Roles
Roles we fill direct-hire in Chanhassen, with the service backgrounds that fit each one.
Continuous Improvement Manager
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen across the operation.
See this role →Operations Manager
Own daily execution, safety, quality, and productivity for a site or department.
See this role →Production Supervisor
Lead a shift or line to hit safety, quality, and output targets.
See this role →Manufacturing Engineer
Design, improve, and document production processes and tooling.
See this role →Maintenance Technician
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
See this role →Quality Manager
Own the quality management system (ISO/AS9100) and audits.
See this role →Mechanical Engineer
Design, analyze, and test mechanical systems and components.
See this role →Supply Chain Manager
Own end-to-end supply chain: planning, procurement, inventory, distribution.
See this role →Plant Manager
Run the entire site — safety, quality, output, cost, and people.
See this role →Maintenance Manager
Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
See this role →Chanhassen also carries a real veteran presence — Chanhassen American Legion Post 580 — and sits within reach of Fort Snelling and the Twin Cities' deep pool of transitioning servicemembers.
Chanhassen Manufacturing FAQ
Which Chanhassen employers hire veteran Manufacturing talent?
Chanhassen-area Manufacturing employers include The Bernard Group, IWCO Direct, PMT Corporation, and Control Products Inc.. Visual merchandising / retail print and display production (~747 employees) at 1650 McGlynn Rd. LockLeed places disciplined, direct-hire veterans into roles at organizations like these.
Do you place Manufacturing talent in Chanhassen, MN?
Yes. LockLeed is a veteran-owned staffing and executive-search firm based in Minneapolis, and we place direct-hire Manufacturing professionals in Chanhassen and throughout Carver County and the Twin Cities region.
How far is Chanhassen from LockLeed's office?
Chanhassen is about 17 miles from our Minneapolis office, via US Highway 212 and Highway 5 — 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.
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