Project Manager - Machining

Husco International; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

100% tuition reimbursement and support

401(k) program with company match

3 weeks of paid time off + 12 paid?hol

Employee-led clubs and sports teams

Job summary

Husco, located in Waukesha, WI, is seeking a Project Manager-Machining to bridge engineering, operations, and supplier partnerships from concept to production. You will lead critical launches, drive manufacturing capability across the global supply base, and serve as a technical resource in machining and process development.

The role focuses on ensuring quality and launch success through APQP/PPAP, process validation, and rigorous problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10 years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, supplier quality, casting launch, heavy machining, or related leadership.
• Strong communication, planning, issue resolution, and global collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, process capability, dimensional control, root-cause problem solving, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier development for new product launches from design release to production.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Drive launch readiness activities including APQP, PPAP, process validation, and ramp-up.
• Provide technical leadership in machining, casting, tooling, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Assess supplier capabilities, identify risks, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, and Supplier Quality to resolve challenges.
• Analyze production and quality data to drive corrective actions and long-term improvements.

Skills

Project leadership

Global collaboration

Supplier development

Manufacturing engineering

Quality systems

APQP / PPAP

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial/Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

APQP/PPAP

Process validation

Job description

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Supply Chain - Global Quality Regular Full-Time Indirect Waukesha, WI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2796

At Husco, we're looking for a manufacturing leader who can bridge engineering, operations, and supplier partnerships to bring new products from concept to production. As a Project Manager-Machining, you'll lead critical launch activities, improve manufacturing capabilities across our global supply base, and serve as a key technical resource for machining and process development. Your work will directly influence product quality, launch success, and long-term operational performance.

What You’ll be Doing:

• Lead supplier development activities for new product launches, ensuring manufacturing readiness from design release through production implementation.
• Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability, quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Drive launch readiness activities including APQP, PPAP, process validation, and production ramp-up.
• Provide technical leadership in machining, casting, tooling, fixturing, dimensional control, and manufacturing process optimization.
• Assess supplier capabilities, identify risks, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen manufacturing performance.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, and Supplier Quality to resolve technical challenges and support successful product launches.
• Analyze production and quality data to drive problem-solving, corrective actions, and long-term process improvement.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent technical experience
• 10 years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, supplier quality, casting launch, heavy machining, or related technical project leadership
• Strong communication, project planning, issue resolution, and influencing skills; able to collaborate globally with regional supplier quality leaders, suppliers, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations
• Strong understanding of manufacturing quality systems and supplier quality methodologies, including APQP, PPAP, process capability analysis, dimensional control, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to travel globally up to 20%
• Authorized to work in the United States.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• 100% tuition reimbursement and support for continued learning
• 401(k) program with company match
• 3 weeks of paid time off + 12 paid holidays
• Employee-led clubs and sports teams

Who We Are:

Imagine a place where your career can soar, where innovation meets excellence, and where your contributions truly matter. Welcome to Husco.

Here, you’ll find the freedom to shape your work and leave a lasting impact. We believe in empowering you to grow personally and professionally, continuously enhancing your skills and knowledge.

Your role at Husco goes beyond the ordinary – you’ll be at the forefront of supporting teams that developinnovative hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems that enhance efficiency and performance. These products make a real difference globally, building the communities we live in, growing the food that feeds us, and enhancing transportation around the world.

Join our vibrant, industry-leading team and experience a culture that values your creativity, dedication, and drive. Together, we’re not just achieving goals; we’re setting new standards and making a positive impact every day.

(HUSCO IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.)