SkyWater is partnering with a local software development and digital engineering consultancy find a highly organized, and proactive Operations & HR Partner to elevate their employee experience and ensure their workplace runs with seamless efficiency. This primarily onsite role blends office management, operations, and human resources support to create an environment where employees can thrive.
In this role, you’re the heartbeat of the office, curating a space where people feel supported, connected, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll blend operational excellence with human-centered support, ensuring every detail behind the scenes runs smoothly.
The ideal candidate brings a solutions-oriented mindset, and excels at anticipating needs before they arise. If you are resourceful, detail-driven, and energized by supporting people and improving processes, this role is for you!
We’re partnering with a long-standing, well-respected local wealth management firm to grow their Financial Planning Team with an experienced Paraplanner.
We are partnering with a profitable, privately backed manufacturing company in the Milwaukee area to hire a Controller to lead plant-level finance and accounting operations.
This is a critical newly created position due to the growth at this site. The business is stable, well-established, and entering a phase that requires stronger financial ownership, tighter reporting cadence, and closer partnership between finance and operations.
This role will serve as the senior financial leader onsite, owning the numbers and acting as a true business partner to plant leadership and corporate finance.
Why This position?
Profitable, stable manufacturing operation
High-visibility role with real ownership and influence
Direct partnership with senior finance leadership and exposure to PE partners
Opportunity to improve processes and reporting, not just maintain them
Compensation & Work Model
Base salary up to $140K
Bonus potential up to 15%
Onsite preferred to start, ability to go hybrid after initial training period
This role is ideal for a plant-level controller who wants meaningful ownership, operational impact, and visibility in a growing manufacturing business.
Interested candidates may apply directly or reach out for a confidential conversation.
About the Company A leading precision manufacturing company specializing in close-tolerance components for medical device and other regulated industries. The business supports OEM customers with demanding quality and performance requirements and operates in a highly technical, fast-paced environment. The culture emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, with leaders expected to be engaged, visible, and hands-on.
The Opportunity We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Manager to lead a technically advanced manufacturing team supporting CNC machining and precision production processes. This role requires deep technical credibility, strong leadership presence, and the ability to operate as a true player/coach. This is not a desk role. The successful candidate will be comfortable working on the floor, troubleshooting complex manufacturing challenges, and developing a highly skilled technical team.
Position Summary The Manufacturing Manager will lead a team of focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting new product introductions. This role is both strategic and hands-on, balancing leadership responsibilities with deep technical engagement in a high-mix, low-volume production environment.
SkyWater Search Partners has partnered with a growing healthcare company looking to hire a Network Engineer to own and modernize the organization’s multi-site network infrastructure.
This is a senior, hands-on engineering role focused on assessing and modernizing aging infrastructure, reduce third-party dependency, and play a key role in designing and deploying network architecture for a brand-new hospital facility!
The position is fully on-site in Polk County, WI (no relocation assistance) and is only eligible for candidates who can work full-time without requiring sponsorship.
SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in Minneapolis to find a Demand Planner for their growing team! The Demand Planner will be responsible for generating demand forecasts, maintaining inventory levels, partnering with cross-functional teams, and supporting S&OP processes. This is a brand-new role created due to growth as our client is adding a few key hires across the organization as they scale the business. They’re an industry-leading and global manufacturing company and are looking for a strong Demand Planner who can work autonomously in this role. They’re offering a solid compensation package (base + bonus potential), excellent benefits, hybrid work schedule, and opportunities to advance your career as they continue to grow!
SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in Minneapolis to find a Sourcing Manager for their growing team! The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for building & implementing global sourcing strategies while maintaining a consistent & quality supply of products. This includes qualifying new suppliers, building & maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, looking for cost-savings opportunities, developing supplier scorecards & KPIs, and building a diverse & resilient supply chain. Our client is a global business, an industry leader in their space, and they’re currently adding a few key hires across the organization as they continue to grow & scale their business. They’re offering a solid compensation package (base + bonus potential), excellent benefits, hybrid work schedule, and opportunities to advance your career as they continue to grow!
I’m partnering with a longtime, high-end retail client (certified B-Corp) that’s making a key hire on their Business Systems team. This IT Business Analyst role has a strong project management focus and is highly visible across the organization.
You’ll partner closely with HR and Marketing as the company continues to modernize and evolve its technology landscape, it’s a great opportunity to make real impact. This is a company with long-tenured employees, a progressive culture, and hands down one of the coolest offices I’ve stepped foot in during my 12+ years recruiting tech talent in Minnesota.
SkyWater is partnering with a leading enterprise SaaS innovator supporting hundreds of global clients—including dozens of Fortune 500 organizations. This firm is investing heavily in its data platform and is seeking a skilled Database Developer to play a critical role in its next phase of growth.
The Opportunity You’ll help transition a mature SQL environment into a modern Cloud-based data warehouse, translating and optimizing significant legacy code while introducing AI-enabled development practices. This is a hands-on role with meaningful ownership and visibility.
Key Requirements
Advanced T-SQL, SQL Server, and stored procedures
Experience with large-scale SQL-to-cloud migrations
ETL/ELT development (SSIS or equivalent)
Strong grounding in data warehousing principles
Exposure to CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and BI tools a plus
Why This Role Stands Out
Hybrid flexibility (4 days remote)
Direct impact on a greenfield environment
Forward-thinking culture embracing AI and automation
Competitive compensation and strong team stability
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