I’m excited to be partnering with a hiring manager I’ve known for over 15 years (!!!) to add a Staff Accountant to his team at a privately held manufacturing company in the Twin Cities.
This is not a “plug-and-play” accounting role.
He’s actively rebuilding the function and is looking for someone who wants to roll up their sleeves, take ownership, and be part of elevating the team. I’ve worked with him both personally and professionally, and he’s someone who will invest in the right person while also pushing them to grow.
If interested in hearing more, please reach out! CRabon@skywatersearch.com | 952.767.9025
I’m excited to be partnering with one of my best PE-backed clients to add a newly created Senior Accountant to their team!
This role will report directly to the Controller (who I had the opportunity to place) and is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow, gain exposure to the business, and have a seat at the table.
This is a highly visible role where you’ll work closely with operations and leadership, not just sit behind the scenes.
If you’re interested in hearing more, please reach out – CRabon@skywatersearch.com | 952.767.9025.
Please note that this company values on-site collaboration.
Skywater is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead capital project execution and engineering initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. This role combines team leadership, hands-on project involvement, and cross-site coordination, with a strong focus on project delivery, process safety, and engineering standards.
SkyWater Search is partnering with a large residential investment management company to find an Data Engineer to join their team! This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong foundation of data workflows and processes who also has the appetite to play a key role in exciting initiatives around system modernization, automation, and ownership of infrastructure design down the road.
Key Requirements:
Strong foundation working with SQL and Python
Experience with workflows, ETL, and handling large datasets.
Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and create design improvements.
Snowflake, AWS tools (S3, Lambda, etc.) are preferred.
Local to the Minneapolis area (hybrid 3x a week) downtown.
*Cannot require sponsorship now or in the future* *Minnesota candidates only* *No third parties*
I’m partnered with a midsize manufacturing client that’s based in the Twin Cities to help them hire a seasoned Business Analyst with deep manufacturing operations experience.
This role will report to the Applications Manager and be seen as a senior resource that will help mentor a small team. In this highly visible role you will partner with operations, engineering, and IT teams to support digital manufacturing initiatives, enhance MES capabilities, and drive operational efficiency across multiple production sites. Ideal candidates bring strong experience in manufacturing environments, plant floor operations, process mapping, and working across enterprise systems (ERP, MES, SCADA, etc.).
SkyWater is partnering with a growing, heavy civil construction company who’s looking to hire a Sr. Estimator / Project Manager for their team! Our client is a small organization based in the St. Cloud area that has been steadily growing over the last 5 years (15% growth). They specialize in heavy civil construction projects across the state and are looking to bring on a senior-level individual who can help them scale to the next level. This is a highly visible role within a tight-knit team, offering the opportunity to directly impact the business, drive revenue, and play a key role in the company’s long-term growth. We’re looking for an experienced Estimator / Project Manager with a strong background in heavy civil construction who can independently bid, win, and manage projects from start to finish. Our client is offering a strong base salary, bonus potential (tied to performance & winning bids), and significant upside in potential future ownership/equity in the business as it continues to grow!
The Director of Manufacturing will lead manufacturing performance and plant operations to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production aligned with business objectives. This role is responsible for end-to-end operational performance at a single food production facility, ensuring finished products consistently meet customer and quality expectations.
The Director of Manufacturing collaborates closely with cross-functional teams (Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Finance, HR, R&D, etc.) to ensure production, processes, and people strategies are aligned with company goals. This is a hands-on leadership role that blends execution, team leadership, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, growing environment.
A leading innovator in assistive communication and professional audio technology is seeking a Test Engineer to drive product validation across cutting-edge hardware and software solutions. Based in the Midwest, this organization is known for delivering high-impact products that improve accessibility and communication in diverse environments.
In this role, you will design and execute test strategies across the full product lifecycle—ensuring quality, reliability, and performance. You’ll partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to identify defects, optimize testing processes, and introduce automation that enhances production efficiency.
What sets this apart:
Direct impact on both R&D and manufacturing optimization
Strong cross-functional collaboration with engineering leadership
Values-driven culture emphasizing ownership, curiosity, and innovation
If you’re passionate about building reliable, scalable products that make a difference, we’d like to connect.
We’re partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organization in the Twin Cities seeking a Manager to take ownership of a critical function supporting a multi-site workforce.
This is a highly visible role responsible for end-to-end payroll processing across a complex, multi-state environment. You’ll collaborate closely with HR and finance while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness across all payroll operations.
A prominent Minnesota-based retail organization seeks a strategic Technology Manager to own its Workday HCM ecosystem and supporting platform. This is a platform-ownership role—not people leadership—responsible for post-split tenant stabilization, roadmap execution, process optimization, analytics, and delivering an exceptional employee experience across a dynamic, high-growth organization.
What Sets This Opportunity Apart • Direct ownership of the full HR technology roadmap during a pivotal split and transformation • Workday Success Plans + dedicated IT/Payroll partners for support • Unlimited PTO, bonus eligibility, and a culture that values authenticity, community, and impact • Hybrid role (3 days/week onsite)
Must be local to the Twin Cities, and we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
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