Project Manager – Machining

Husco International; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

3 weeks PTO + 12 holidays

Volunteer opportunities

Employee-led clubs and sports teams

Job summary

Husco International is seeking a manufacturing leader to bridge engineering, operations, and supplier partnerships from concept to production. You will lead critical launch activities, drive improvements across our global supply base, and serve as a technical resource for machining and process development.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, purchasing, operations, and supplier quality to ensure successful launches and long-term performance.

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.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20% and authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier development activities for new product launches from design release to production.
• Partner with suppliers and cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Drive APQP, PPAP, process validation, and ramp-up activities for launches.
• Provide technical leadership in machining, casting, tooling, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Analyze production data to drive problem-solving and long-term improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

APQP

PPAP

Process capability analysis

Dimensional control

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Job description

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
• Ample volunteer opportunities
• 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.)