SkyWater is partnering with a long-standing industrial technology client who is looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support their growing business in the north metro.
In this role, you would have the benefit of being part of a large, highly skilled, and collaborative HR team while also having the autonomy, ownership, and accountability of supporting your own client group on all talent management matters.
This role operates withing a manufacturing plant environment and required to be onsite 5 days/week.
Our client is a well-established organization with a strong operational footprint and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. The company is seeking a strategic and hands-on HR leader to oversee all aspects of Human Resources while serving as a key member of the Leadership Team.
The Director of Human Resources will lead the overall HR strategy and execution for the organization, overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, payroll oversight, workers’ compensation, return to work programs, compliance, organizational development, and HR operations.
This individual will partner closely with leadership to support business objectives while fostering a positive, high-performing, and employee-focused culture. The ideal candidate is both strategic and operational, with the ability to influence leaders, drive organizational initiatives, and remain hands-on in day-to-day HR functions.
SkyWater Search Partners is partnering with a highly respected, mission-driven organization in the west metro to identify an Administrative Assistant to support a senior executive team in a fast-paced, highly visible environment. This position will work closely with executive leadership and play a key role in helping maintain efficient day-to-day operations.
This opportunity is ideal for a polished, proactive, service-oriented administrative professional who enjoys staying organized, managing multiple priorities, and operating with a high level of professionalism and discretion. The team is looking for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of anticipating needs in a dynamic environment.
SkyWater is partnering with a growing, private equity-backed food manufacturer to find their next plant Human Resources Director in Southern Minnesota. This role leads a small team and is responsible for both strategic direction and day-to-day HR operations, talent management, compliance, and employee experience.
Plant HR Director Location: North Metro (Onsite, 5 days/week + Shift Support as needed) Compensation: $160,000 (Base/Midpoint) + Bonus
I am partnering with a fast-growing, values-driven manufacturing organization in the North Metro (MN) to identify a Bilingual (Spanish/English Speaking) Plant HR Director. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role supporting a complex 24/7 operation and partnering closely with operations and executive leadership to drive culture, engagement, performance, and organizational growth.
This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to both plant and corporate leadership while maintaining a consistent, credible presence on the production floor across shifts. The environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and best suited for someone who is energized by building, scaling, solving problems in real time, and staying close to the business.
What You’ll Do
Partner with plant and business leaders on workforce planning, performance, and team effectiveness
Maintain a visible, relationship-driven presence on the manufacturing floor; build trust with hourly and salaried employees across shifts
Lead employee relations, including investigations, conflict resolution, and coaching leaders through complex situations
Drive talent development, succession planning, and performance management processes
Support and develop frontline leaders to strengthen leadership capability and accountability
Help scale HR processes, programs, and culture within a growing operation
Operate as a hands-on HR leader who can flex between strategic partnership and day-to-day operational support
What We’re Looking For
Bilingual Spanish/English fluency required
Proven HR leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, food/beverage, or other fast-paced operational environments
Strong employee relations, leadership coaching, and organizational influence skills
Comfortable operating in a highly visible, floor-facing role within a 24/7 operation
Ability to navigate ambiguity, shifting priorities, and operational demands with a practical, grounded approach
Someone who thrives in environments requiring responsiveness, adaptability, urgency, and collaboration
Willingness to work onsite daily and flex schedule periodically to support 1st/2nd shift visibility and occasional evenings or weekends as needed
This is a unique opportunity to step into a critical leadership role within a growing organization where HR is deeply embedded in the business, culture, and operational success.
If this sounds aligned with your background and interests, please apply directly. Interviews will be prioritized for Minnesota-based candidates with experience closely aligned to the scope and pace of the role.
SkyWater Search is partnering with a highly successful, fast-paced organization to identify an experienced Administrative Assistant to support a senior leadership office. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a high-expectation environment and enjoys being a key operational partner behind the scenes.
This role will work closely with executive leadership and serve as a critical support resource, helping to manage day-to-day priorities, keep operations running smoothly, and ensure nothing falls through the cracks. It’s a highly visible position that requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a wide range of responsibilities with professionalism and discretion.
This is an opportunity to step into a trusted role where your work will directly support senior leaders and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization. If you take pride in being the person who keeps everything running seamlessly, this could be a great fit.
SkyWater is partnering with a leading building materials and millwork company that distributes their products nationwide. Our client has a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence.
We are seeking a Customer Service Team Leader to continue the tradition of customer service excellence. This role balances people leadership with hands-on customer service, ensuring order accuracy, timely communication, and commitment to quality.
SkyWater is partnering with a leading building materials and millwork company that distributes their products nationwide. Our client has a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence.
We are seeking a lead recruiter to support the company’s growing team. This role is responsible for developing and executing hiring strategies, building strong talent pipelines, and creating a positive candidate experience from sourcing through onboarding. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys owning end-to-end talent acquisition programs and processes and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
This role is primarily onsite in Belgrade, Minnesota with some flexibility to work remotely.
SkyWater Search Partners is representing one of our long-standing, growth-oriented industrial distribution clients as the organization is seeking a well-rounded HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources functions. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting day-to-day HR operations while also contributing to key strategic initiatives, including HRIS implementation and process improvements.
This individual will partner closely with leadership and act as a true “do-it-all” HR resource, supporting everything from recruiting and employee relations to payroll and compliance.
The salary range for this position is between $65,000 – $95,000 (based on experience) + full benefits.
The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a core member of the Senior Executive Team at Restaurant Technologies, responsible for leading the people strategy in direct support of the company’s business priorities, operating model, and long-term performance. This role requires a leader who deeply understands how the business works and can translate strategy into people decisions that materially improve execution, leadership effectiveness, and results. At the same time, the CPO must be a steady, authentic presence for an organization that has experienced meaningful change – someone who builds trust, provides clarity, and helps teams navigate ambiguity with confidence. The CPO partners closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to balance performance and growth with care, accountability with humility, and rigor with empathy—ensuring the organization remains resilient, engaged, and focused on what matters most. As with all leaders at Restaurant Technologies, the CPO is expected to demonstrate the company’s values of Customer, Character, Commitment, Community, and Courage through actions, decisions, and leadership behaviors.
Enterprise Business Leadership & Partnership Business-Focused Advisor: Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team, providing clear, practical guidance on workforce strategy, leadership effectiveness, organization design, and talent tradeoffs grounded in business realities. Business Acumen: Understand how the company creates value (growth drivers, margin pressures, operational challenges) and aligns people priorities directly to those dynamics. Executive Partnership: Contribute as a full enterprise leader, influencing decisions beyond traditional HR topics when people, structure, or leadership choices affect outcomes. Operating with Ambiguity: Help leaders and teams navigate periods of change and transformation with thoughtfulness, clarity, and calm leadership.
Human Capital & Functional Excellence End to End People Leadership: Lead all core people functions including talent acquisition, talent management, compensation and benefits, learning and development, employee relations, HR operations, and HR technology. Scalable Foundations: Ensure people processes and systems are practical, effective, and scalable – supporting growth without unnecessary complexity. Compliance & Sound Judgment: Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations while exercising judgment in complex or nuanced situations. Data-Informed Decisions: Use people data, analytics, and technology to inform priorities, measure impact, and continuously improve outcomes.
Talent, Leadership & Capability Enablement Talent Strategy with Purpose: Focus talent investments on the roles and capabilities most critical to executing strategy and driving value. Succession & Continuity: Lead succession planning and leadership pipeline efforts to ensure organizational stability and readiness. Performance & Accountability: Design and sustain performance management approaches that reinforce clarity, fairness, and accountability. Leadership Development: Strengthen leader and manager effectiveness so expectations are clear, feedback is consistent, and teams are supported.
Culture, Change & Employee Impact Cultural Stewardship: Reinforce a culture grounded in trust, respect, accountability, and shared purpose – protecting what works while evolving what no longer serves the business. Change Leadership: Support and guide the organization through change by strengthening communication, building leadership capability, and addressing employee concerns proactively. Employee Impact: Shape an employee experience where people feel informed, respected, and equipped to do their best work. Listening to Learn: Use engagement data and employee feedback to identify real issues, take action, and measure improvement.
Board & Stakeholder Engagement Board Partnership: Provide clear, relevant updates to the Board on talent, leadership, engagement, succession, and workforce risks—framed through a business lens. Leads Compensation & Talent Committee. Stakeholder Alignment: Partner effectively with key stakeholders to ensure people strategies support enterprise priorities. External Representation: Represent Restaurant Technologies in a way that reflects credibility, integrity, and leadership maturity.
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