Hire Veteran Manufacturing Talent in Prescott
Prescott, WI, in Pierce County, about 28 miles from downtown Minneapolis. LockLeed places disciplined, mission-ready veterans into direct-hire Manufacturing roles in Prescott and across the surrounding Twin Cities metro.
Manufacturing Employers in Prescott
These Prescott employers anchor Manufacturing work in the area:
- Diversified Manufacturing Corp. (DMC) — Contract manufacturer of private-label OTC skin-care and personal-grooming products; ~150,000 sq ft facility in Eagle Ridge Business Park, Prescott. Acquired by SV Labs in Jan 2022 but plant remains in Prescott.
Manufacturing in Prescott
Local industrial and business hubs like Eagle Ridge Business Park (DMC site) concentrate that demand.
About 28 miles from downtown Minneapolis via US Highway 10, Wisconsin Highway 35 (Great River Road), and Mississippi River / St. Croix River access. Prescott also draws Manufacturing candidates from nearby Delano, Jordan, and St. Michael.
Around town, Confluence of the St. Croix and Mississippi Rivers, Great River Road scenic byway, and Freedom Park (river overlook and environmental center) mark the local landscape.
Why Veterans Excel in Manufacturing
In Prescott, that shows up on the Manufacturing floor every day — the disciplined execution employers like Diversified Manufacturing Corp. (DMC) depend on.
- 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
The military backgrounds that map to each role — staffed direct-hire in Prescott.
Production Supervisor
Lead a shift or line to hit safety, quality, and output targets.
See this role →Continuous Improvement Manager
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen across the operation.
See this role →Mechanical Engineer
Design, analyze, and test mechanical systems and components.
See this role →Quality Manager
Own the quality management system (ISO/AS9100) and audits.
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 →Maintenance Technician
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
See this role →Operations Manager
Own daily execution, safety, quality, and productivity for a site or department.
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 →Veteran roots run through Prescott — Prescott American Legion Post 234 and Prescott VFW post presence in Pierce County — and the wider metro adds a deep pool of transitioning servicemembers near Fort Snelling.
Prescott Manufacturing FAQ
Which Prescott employers hire veteran Manufacturing talent?
Prescott-area Manufacturing employers include Diversified Manufacturing Corp. (DMC). Contract manufacturer of private-label OTC skin-care and personal-grooming products; ~150,000 sq ft facility in Eagle Ridge Business Park, Prescott. Acquired…. LockLeed places disciplined, direct-hire veterans into roles at organizations like these.
Do you place Manufacturing talent in Prescott, WI?
Yes. LockLeed is a veteran-owned staffing and executive-search firm based in Minneapolis, and we place direct-hire Manufacturing professionals in Prescott and throughout Pierce County and the Twin Cities region.
How far is Prescott from LockLeed's office?
Prescott is about 28 miles from our Minneapolis office, via US Highway 10 and Wisconsin Highway 35 (Great River Road) — well within our core service area.
How does hiring through LockLeed work?
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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