Hire Veteran Manufacturing Talent in Coon Rapids
LockLeed staffs direct-hire Manufacturing roles for Coon Rapids employers — Coon Rapids, MN, in Anoka County, about 16 miles from downtown Minneapolis — with disciplined veterans who are ready on day one.
Manufacturing Employers in Coon Rapids
These Coon Rapids employers anchor Manufacturing work in the area:
- rms Company (Cretex Medical) — Precision CNC machining of tight-tolerance medical-device implants/components; 650+ machine tools at 8600 Evergreen Blvd NW (part of Cretex Companies)
Manufacturing in Coon Rapids
Local industrial and business hubs like Riverdale commercial/business district, Coon Rapids Boulevard corridor, and Egret Boulevard / Round Lake Boulevard industrial area concentrate that demand.
About 16 miles from downtown Minneapolis via US Highway 10, Highway 610, and Highway 47 (University Ave). Coon Rapids also draws Manufacturing candidates from nearby Savage, Chanhassen, and Cottage Grove.
Around town, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park (Mississippi River), Bunker Hills Regional Park (adjacent), and Cenaiko Lake mark the local landscape.
Why Veterans Excel in Manufacturing
In Coon Rapids, that shows up on the Manufacturing floor every day — the disciplined execution employers like rms Company (Cretex Medical) depend on.
- 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.
- Veterans are trained to hit takt, hold standards, and lead a crew under pressure.
Manufacturing Roles
The military backgrounds that map to each role — staffed direct-hire in Coon Rapids.
Quality Manager
Own the quality management system (ISO/AS9100) and audits.
See this role →Operations Manager
Own daily execution, safety, quality, and productivity for a site or department.
See this role →Maintenance Technician
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
See this role →Plant Manager
Run the entire site — safety, quality, output, cost, and people.
See this role →Manufacturing Engineer
Design, improve, and document production processes and tooling.
See this role →Supply Chain Manager
Own end-to-end supply chain: planning, procurement, inventory, distribution.
See this role →Maintenance Manager
Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
See this role →Production Supervisor
Lead a shift or line to hit safety, quality, and output targets.
See this role →Mechanical Engineer
Design, analyze, and test mechanical systems and components.
See this role →Continuous Improvement Manager
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen across the operation.
See this role →Coon Rapids also carries a real veteran presence — Coon Rapids American Legion Post 334 and VFW Post 9625 (Coon Rapids) — and sits within reach of Fort Snelling and the Twin Cities' deep pool of transitioning servicemembers.
Coon Rapids Manufacturing FAQ
Which Coon Rapids employers hire veteran Manufacturing talent?
Coon Rapids-area Manufacturing employers include rms Company (Cretex Medical). Precision CNC machining of tight-tolerance medical-device implants/components; 650+ machine tools at 8600 Evergreen Blvd NW (part of Cretex Companies). LockLeed places disciplined, direct-hire veterans into roles at organizations like these.
Do you place Manufacturing talent in Coon Rapids, MN?
Yes. LockLeed is a veteran-owned staffing and executive-search firm based in Minneapolis, and we place direct-hire Manufacturing professionals in Coon Rapids and throughout Anoka County and the Twin Cities region.
How far is Coon Rapids from LockLeed's office?
Coon Rapids is about 16 miles from our Minneapolis office, via US Highway 10 and Highway 610 — 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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