Building a better future in the Flathead Valley

The Flathead Valley offers some of the best outdoor recreation in the country — whether it’s winter sports we all love or the summer adventures we look forward to each year. But to enjoy this way of life and support the people who live here, we also need to build and maintain the infrastructure that makes it all possible and that means manufacturing. 

Manufacturing is a tremendous opportunity to strengthen our local economy while staying rooted in the community we love. Right here in the valley, we produce high-tech equipment, wood products, precast concrete, and even mobile operation centers. These aren’t just jobs- they are careers that matter. We need production workers, salespeople, bookkeepers, electricians, engineers, programmers, and business professionals to help us sustain and grow our region while preserving its natural beauty. 

Whether you’re fresh out of high school, finishing college, or looking for a meaningful career shift, there’s a place for you in manufacturing. Your skills and talents are needed right here in the valley. 

Local companies are already leading the way. Weyerhaeuser and F.H. Stoltze Land & Lumber Co. produce lumber and other essential wood products. Nomad GCS builds mobile operations centers that support emergency response teams across the country. Applied Materials is at the cutting edge of chip production technology. And Glacier Precast Concrete manufactures the essential infrastructure we all depend on—septic, sewer, stormwater systems, bridges, and resilient buildings that serve our local communities.  

These companies — and many others — offer high-paying, stable jobs that contribute to the vitality of our region. They also provide opportunities to grow your career, learn valuable skills, and work with purpose. 

Regardless of your background, interests, or experience, there is a path for you here. Manufacturing in the Flathead isn’t just about making products—it’s about building a future. A future that supports our families, protects the landscape we love, and ensures that the valley continues to thrive. 

So, if you’re looking to stay in the Flathead, contribute to something meaningful, and find a great career along the way — consider manufacturing. Help us build the infrastructure behind the life we all enjoy. Help us build a better future.