American Manufacturing for Over 180 Years

Sixteen years ago, Jenola began at Stanley Black & Decker in Willard, Ohio, as a robot tech, a new role that required specialized training. Supported by her leaders and teammates, she became an expert and progressed to group leader and now press room scheduler. Encouraged to pursue leadership training and learn about the business, she advanced in her career. As a single mom, these opportunities have given her financial independence and a work environment where she feels valued and supported.

Qadira has been with Stanley Black & Decker for over seven years, starting as a Senior Market Research Analyst and advancing to group manager by leveraging her strong managerial skills. She believes that “data is nothing without the voice of the customer being respected and heard.” Qadira found her passion in consumer insights, driven by the desire to help improve industries by understanding the “why” behind people’s love for products, making her work both engaging and impactful.

Hannah has worked as a Training & Development Specialist at Stanley Black & Decker in Jackson, Tennessee, for three years, creating training resources, supporting corporate teams and coordinating a work-based learning program for local high school students. Passionate about helping people grow, she feels heard and supported in her professional development. Encouraged by her leaders to serve on community boards, she enjoys spending time on her small farm with her family and hosting friends.

Amir began as a control systems engineer and now supports our digital transformation by addressing gaps with data analytics, machine learning, AI and robotics. He leads AI-based development for core products and processes, believing this work can have a broad global impact. His background spans electrical engineering, robotics, reliability and supply chain management. At Stanley Black & Decker, he applies these skills to meaningful problems, valuing the diversity and innovation in his role.

Kathleen started as an intern at Stanley Black & Decker, had a great experience and returned through the leadership program. She has now been with the company for nearly five years. Kathleen praises the motivating culture where everyone works together to grow the company. She felt valued and supported with her team always available for questions. Encouraging other students to intern here, she says it “exceeded her expectations” and set the stage for her success as a full-time employee.