Job Category: Human Resources (HR)

HR Manager

  • Location: Chanhassen, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52709

Human Resources Manager | Twin Cities West Metro | $115K–$130K + Bonus

I’m partnering with a growing, operationally driven organization in the Twin Cities west metro on a Human Resources Manager succession search, following the retirement of a long-tenured HR leader after 31 years with the company. This role reports directly to the Director of Operations..

This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys being embedded in the business, balancing strategic partnership with hands-on execution across employee relations, compliance, payroll, compensation, benefits, leadership coaching, and culture.

What stands out to me about this opportunity is the level of influence and trust this person will have across the organization. The leadership team is looking for someone who can continue bringing structure, accountability, operational partnership, and strong HR judgment while strengthening people processes as the company continues to grow.

A few things that feel especially important for success:
• Strong employee relations and investigation experience
• Comfort operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Ability to coach leaders while also holding the line when needed
• Experience managing payroll and HR operations end-to-end
• Someone who genuinely enjoys building trust across all levels of an organization
• Practical HR leadership

The environment is a privately owned, collaborative, visible, and relationship-driven company. This is not a sit-behind-the-desk HR role, although there is some of that. They want someone who likes being in the business, solving problems, improving processes, and helping leaders lead better.

Compensation targets $115K–$130K base + bonus.

If you’d be open to learning more, feel free to apply to the link or message me directly on LinkedIn (Dannie Smith) or via email at DSmith@skywatersearch.com

Plant HR Business Partner

  • Location: Anoka , Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52665

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. 

Human Resources Director

  • Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52654

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.

Administrative Assistant

  • Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52616

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.

Human Resources Director

  • Location: Albert Lea, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52589

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: Maple Grove, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52587

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.

Administrative Assistant

  • Location: Edina, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52568

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.

Customer Service Team Leader

  • Location: Paynesville, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52560

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.

This role is onsite in Belgrade, Minnesota.
 

Lead Recruiter

  • Location: Paynesville, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52554

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.
 

Human Resources Generalist

  • Location: Plymouth, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #52543

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.

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