Director of Quality

  • Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53069

SkyWater is partnering with a manufacturer based in the Sioux Falls area who’s looking to hire a Director of Quality for their team! Our client is privately held, they’ve been in business over 45 years, they have a global presence, and they have over 400 employees across their organization. We’re looking for a hands-on Quality leader who will own the Quality Management System at the company’s main facility while also partnering with their global plants to align standards & best practices. The Director of Quality will lead a team of 4 engineers and 1 technician, while setting the direction of the quality department, working directly with customers on quality issues, and working closely with cross-functional leaders & the executive team on strategic initiatives. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who wants a high-visibility role where you can drive quality strategy while staying close to the manufacturing floor. Our client is offering a strong compensation package (base + bonus potential), comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to lead quality for a well-established, growing manufacturer serving some of the world’s top brands! 

Maintenance & Facilities Manager

  • Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53068

SkyWater is partnering with a privately held manufacturer based in the Sioux Falls area who’s looking to hire a Maintenance & Facilities Manager for their team! Our client has been in business almost 50 years, they have operations across the globe and they primarily serve the agricultural, construction, and automotive sectors. This role is open due to a recent promotion and will work closely with the Plant Manager to make a big impact on the plant. The Maintenance & Facilities Manager will lead a team of 12 technicians and will own equipment reliability, develop preventive maintenance plans, troubleshoot equipment, and support capital equipment projects. Our client is offering a strong compensation package and full benefits, along with the opportunity to lead a growing maintenance function at a well-established, growing manufacturer in South Dakota! 

Chief Financial Officer

  • Location: St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53066

Location: Open to remote talent – periodic travel to Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN
Compensation: Total compensation of $350,000 – $420,000

SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with a growing financial institution looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to serve as its senior financial leader and a key member of the executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this highly visible role will lead the finance organization and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, ownership, and the Board.

The CFO will play an important role in supporting the organization’s next phase of growth, with responsibility for strengthening capital planning, liquidity and balance-sheet management, forecasting, performance analytics, and business-line profitability. This leader will also help modernize the finance function, leveraging technology, automation, data, and AI-assisted tools to create more forward-looking financial insights and improve decision-making.

The organization operates across traditional consumer and commercial banking while also offering a broader range of specialized and technology-enabled financial products and services. This creates a level of complexity beyond that of a traditional community bank and requires a CFO who can balance strong financial discipline with an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented mindset.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned banking finance executive with deep technical expertise, experience operating within a larger or complex financial institution, and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams. This individual will be proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable partnering across the organization to help the business scale responsibly.

Project Engineer

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53065

SkyWater is partnering with a privately held electronics manufacturer in the Twin Cities to hire a Project Engineer for their growing team! Our client has been in business over 40 years, and they provide cable/wire harnesses & box-build contract manufacturing services for prominent aerospace/defense customers. They’re currently in a high-growth phase driven by new customer acquisitions business after landing a new multimillion-dollar contract earlier this year. This is a newly created position built to bring dedicated engineering and customer-facing support to their most demanding projects. We’re looking for a hands-on engineer who’s comfortable splitting time between the production floor and working directly with customers. Our client is offering a strong compensation package, full benefits, and the opportunity to make a big impact on their business while working with some of the most prominent names in the aerospace/defense industry! 

Senior Credit Analyst

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53064

Opportunity to join a fantastic financial institution in the Twin Cites — if you are currently in the Personal, SBA, C&I or CRE lending space and desire an organization that can open a multitude of career pathways and options for you in the future, this is something you should consider. The organization will hire at multiple levels, so all candidates with 2+ years of experience are encouraged to apply.

This organization has a strong track record of promoting internally, rewarding top performers, and allowing people to pursue internal opportunities. Strict no-ego policy and picky with the personalities they hire — very protective of their culture.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in credit analysis or comparable lending experience.

This role is hybrid and located in the Twin Cities. Relocation candidates with ties to Minnesota will be considered. 
 

In House Counsel- Securities/M&A

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53061

A financial services firm is adding an attorney to its Minneapolis legal department to support its Investment Banking and Capital Markets group. This role involves providing legal advice on corporate, securities and M&A matters. 

Base salary of $175,000 to $200,000 depending on experience. The role is bonus eligible. Comprehensive benefits. Three days per week in office (days flexible).

If qualified and interested, please apply here or email your resume to griebel@skywatersearch.com.

Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media

  • Location: Bloomington, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53057

Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media | Fully Remote

I’m excited to be leading the search for an Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media with a growing retail media and ecommerce agency that helps brands navigate and win across today’s most competitive marketplaces.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who brings deep retail media expertise, enjoys the strategic side of the work, and still likes to stay close enough to execution to understand what is happening in the business. You’ll have the opportunity to lead strategy for a portfolio of brands, build trusted client relationships, mentor and develop team members, and help shape the continued growth of the advertising function.

The Opportunity

As the Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media, you’ll lead the strategy, execution, and performance of retail media programs for a portfolio of brand partners.

This is a highly visible, strategic role, but it’s also one for someone who understands the importance of being hands-on. You’ll be responsible for developing integrated media strategies, overseeing campaign execution and optimization, managing budgets, analyzing performance, and turning complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to your clients while also playing an important internal leadership role. You’ll mentor team members, help improve processes, and contribute to the continued growth and evolution of the agency’s retail media capabilities.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead retail media strategy across Amazon and other major retail media networks, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and beyond
  • Develop comprehensive media plans aligned with client objectives, budgets, and growth goals
  • Oversee campaign execution, optimization, pacing, and budget management
  • Analyze campaign data to identify trends, opportunities, and performance improvements
  • Translate complex performance data into clear, strategic recommendations for clients
  • Lead client conversations and serve as a strategic advisor as their retail media needs evolve
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure strong execution and continuous improvement
  • Mentor, coach, and develop members of the advertising team
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive greater operational efficiency
  • Stay ahead of retail media trends, platform developments, and emerging opportunities

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • 7+ years of relevant experience in retail media, ecommerce advertising, digital marketing, or performance marketing
  • Deep expertise with Amazon Ads
  • Experience across additional retail media platforms such as Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, Best Buy Ads, or other major retail media networks
  • Hands-on Pacvue experience is required, including campaign management, bid optimization, reporting, budget management, and performance analysis
  • Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing team members
  • Strong client management and strategic consulting skills
  • Experience managing media budgets, forecasting performance, and optimizing media investments
  • A strong analytical mindset and the ability to turn data into meaningful business insights
  • Confidence presenting performance, strategy, and recommendations to senior and executive-level stakeholders
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills

A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, or a related field is preferred, although equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

Experience on the agency side, brand side, or within a retail media organization would be especially relevant.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $120,000–$140,000 annually, depending on experience.

The company also offers:

  • Healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) with company participation
  • Paid Time Off
  • Fully remote work
  • A flexible schedule that supports work-life balance
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment
  • The opportunity to work with leading consumer brands across the country’s largest retail media networks

 

 

Account Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53056

Account Manager | Experiential Agency | Fully Remote

We have partnered with a fast-growing, independent experiential agency on their search for an Account Manager! This person will lead day-to-day client business for a growing portfolio of well-known brands across diverse industries. This role is ideal for a strong communicator and relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment.

As an Account Manager, you will serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams—driving impactful work, fostering strong partnerships, and identifying opportunities for business growth. You’ll play a critical role in shaping strategy, guiding creative output, and ensuring exceptional delivery across all projects.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Communication

  • Translate client briefs into clear, actionable direction for internal teams

  • Develop compelling presentations and narratives that align with client objectives

  • Communicate key updates and information proactively across cross-functional teams

  • Evaluate creative work through the lens of business goals and provide strategic feedback

  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders

  • Confidently present and advocate for strategic and creative ideas

Business Strategy & Account Growth

  • Anticipate client needs and identify opportunities for organic account growth

  • Leverage data and performance metrics to inform recommendations and measure success

  • Manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining high-quality standards

  • Lead account planning efforts and contribute to long-term business strategy

  • Guide teams to balance big-picture thinking with detailed execution

Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Motivate and manage cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class work

  • Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment

  • Provide clear direction, feedback, and support to ensure team success

  • Navigate complex situations with professionalism, urgency, and sound judgment

Operational Excellence

  • Maintain accurate documentation of project details, decisions, and approvals

  • Ensure timely communication and organization across all workstreams

  • Uphold a high standard of professionalism in all interactions

  • Stay organized and adaptable in a fast-moving environment

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in an agency account management role

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Proven ability to manage client relationships and lead integrated projects

  • Strong presentation, storytelling, and writing skills

  • Excellent problem-solving, organization, and time management abilities

  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and align teams

  • Experience working with data and performance metrics to guide decisions

What We’re Looking For

  • A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

  • A confident communicator who can influence and inspire

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage shifting priorities

  • A collaborative team player who can also work independently

  • A desire to learn, grow, and take on new challenges

Additional Details

  • Remote role (U.S.-based preferred)

  • Must be available during Central Time business hours (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST)

  • Flexibility to travel as needed

Human Resources Business Partner

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53055

SkyWater is partnering with a leading multi-state energy organization to hire a strategic HR Business Partner. This role partners closely with senior leadership to align business strategy with people strategy. Acting as a trusted advisor, this individual will serve as the connective tissue between the HR Centers of Excellence and their respective business groups to deliver high-impact talent solutions and facilitate cyclical talent programs. 

This is a hybrid role with the opportunity to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays and the remainder of the week onsite in Minneapolis. 

Payroll Manager

  • Location: Lino Lakes, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #53051

A well-established, growing manufacturing organization in the north Twin Cities metro is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations during a period of significant company growth and evolution. This is a high-visibility role, ideal for a payroll leader who is equally comfortable running day-to-day processing and proposing process or system improvements as the organization scales.

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