Chief Human Resources Officer

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50630

Our privately-held, fast-growing client is a well-established, nearly $1B+ industrial business that has retained us to identify their next Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). This organization has grown very quickly in the last 25 years, both organically and through a number of acquisitions…and they aren’t slowing down anytime soon!

The CHRO will be a key executive leadership team member responsible for shaping and executing our client’s human resources strategy to support the company’s growth and transformation. Managing an HR function of around 20 people, this role requires a forward-thinking leader who can anticipate future trends, foster a culture of innovation, and ensure that their workforce is equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow. They seek a visionary CHRO to lead their human resources strategy and drive people-centric initiatives among the organization’s 1,000+ employees. The role reports to the CEO, and will also provide thought leadership to the executive leadership team and the Board of Directors.

*** The preference for this position is to be located at our client’s headquarters in Minneapolis, or travel regularly there. ***

*** This position offers a very strong base salary, annual bonus, and long-term incentive package, along with a great benefits package. ***

Director or Associate Director of Influencer

  • Location: Minneapolis
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50628

Director or Associate Director, Influence
Location: Minneapolis, MN | Open to Remote (U.S.)

Our Client, an innovative and fast-growing agency in the digital marketing space, is looking to hire a Social Media Associate Director with a focus on Influencer Strategy and Management. This is a strategic and executional leadership role ideal for a candidate with 6–12 years of influencer marketing experience—specifically within an agency setting—who is ready to step into a key position overseeing high-profile campaigns.
This role involves managing full campaign lifecycles while also contributing to broader agency initiatives and client strategy. The Associate Director will partner closely with clients, internal cross-functional teams, and junior talent to drive performance and innovation in the influencer space.


Key Responsibilities

Campaign Strategy & Execution

  • Lead the day-to-day execution of influencer marketing campaigns across a variety of clients and verticals.
  • Develop creative, results-driven strategies for influencer partnerships and branded content.
  • Oversee the full campaign process—from strategy and influencer selection to contracting, activation, content review, and performance reporting.
  • Work collaboratively with content, social media, analytics, and strategy teams to align influencer efforts with larger marketing programs.

Client Partnership & Leadership

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic recommendations and insights with confidence.
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand influencer initiatives.
  • Represent the influencer discipline in both internal and client-facing meetings, contributing to cross-functional leadership conversations.

Team Management & Process Development

  • Mentor and support junior team members involved in campaign support, research, and reporting.
  • Establish and continuously refine influencer marketing best practices, workflows, and operational processes.
  • Stay current on trends in the creator economy, platform changes, and influencer industry innovations to ensure strategies remain relevant and competitive.

Qualifications

  • 6-12 years of hands-on influencer marketing experience in an agency or comparable setting.
  • Strong track record managing campaigns end-to-end, including with both macro-influencers and scaled micro-influencer activations.
  • Excellent client-facing and communication skills, with proven experience presenting strategy and managing client expectations.
  • In-depth knowledge of social platforms, creator trends, and influencer campaign formats across categories.
  • Ability to think creatively and translate strategic ideas into actionable plans.
  • Demonstrated experience in building or improving influencer marketing processes and playbooks.
  • Highly proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Passionate about digital culture and the evolving creator landscape.

    The base salary range for this role is $90,000-$125,000 depending on experience. 

Junior Operations Analyst

  • Location: Madison, Wisconsin
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50621

We are working with a $1b+ Investment firm to find a junior Investment Operations Analyst to join their team.

This person will support the firm’s portfolio management systems (Moxy, APX, FactSet and GIPS).  This person will work closely with the operations team and have signficant interaction with Data Management, Portfolio Managers and Client Service teams at the firm. 

We are looking for someone with strong attention to detail and follow-through with excellent communication skills and initiative.

*This job is on-site in Madison, Wisconsin

If interested, please contact Jamende@skywatersearch.com

Marketing Manager

  • Location: Chaska, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50620

Marketing Manager
Location: Hybrid | Full-Time

Overview:
In partnership with our Client, an industrial sales and service leader, we’re seeking a strategic and hands-on Marketing Manager to lead integrated marketing efforts that drive brand growth, lead generation, and customer engagement. You’ll develop and execute campaigns across digital and traditional channels, manage marketing operations, and collaborate cross-functionally to support business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute the annual marketing plan

  • Lead multi-channel campaigns (SEO/SEM, email, social, content, events)

  • Create and manage content aligned with brand and customer needs

  • Monitor and report on marketing KPIs and ROI

  • Manage vendors, budget, and agency relationships

  • Supervise one marketing team member

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

  • 4–7 years of B2B marketing experience (industrial or technical a plus)

  • Proficient in digital tools (e.g., HubSpot, Google Analytics, SEO/SEM)

  • Strong project management and communication skills

Preferred Traits:

  • Data-driven, collaborative, and customer-focused

  • Comfortable in a hybrid work environment

Paralegal

  • Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50603

A publicly traded company headquartered in the Western Suburbs is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its growing legal team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior business leaders in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16 filings, and proxy statements.

  • Maintain corporate records, subsidiary management, and other entity compliance requirements.

  • Work with internal departments and outside counsel on securities law, compliance, and disclosure matters.

  • Provide general legal support on contracts, compliance initiatives, and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal, preferably within a public company or law firm setting.

  • Direct experience with SEC filings and reporting obligations.

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented mindset.

Director – SEC Reporting

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50594

We are working with a multi-billion dollar global public company with and impressive growth trend, both organically and through acquisitions. Hybrid environment 2-3x/week with an office in the heart of the city!

We are looking for a someone who enjoys high visibility, process improvements, developing a team and helping to build a world class controllership function.

Ideally targeting someone with Big 4 roots – either heavy Senior Manager/Director in public accounting or someone in a similar role but ready for more progression. 

Director of Engineering

  • Location: Otsego, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50581

SkyWater is partnering with an existing client in the Northwest metro who’s looking for a Director of Engineering to join their growing team! The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the engineering function for our client while leading a team of 10 direct reports. This includes providing technical engineering leadership to team members, overseeing new product development, and leading the design & manufacturing of products. The Director of Engineering will play a critical role on our client’s leadership team while helping shape the engineering function, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support the company’s growth plans. Our client is offering a generous base salary, performance bonus, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to shape their engineering team & make a huge impact on the business!

Executive Assistant – Sales Operations

  • Location: Plymouth, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50557

SkyWater is conducting the search for a highly organized, proactive, and resourceful Executive Assistant / Sales Operations Coordinator to directly support our client’s Senior Vice President of Sales and the entire Sales Operations team. This role is critical to enabling leaders and colleagues to focus on strategic priorities by streamlining day-to-day operations, managing information flow, and helping hold the team accountable to goals and deliverables.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working closely with Sales and Marketing teams, and are known for anticipating needs before they arise, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact within a high-performing, growth-oriented team.

Human Resources Manager

  • Location: Waseca
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50543

Human Resources Manager
Location: Waseca, MN (Onsite – Non-Negotiable)
Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000 base + STI Bonus

The Opportunity
We’re partnering with a global leader in connector and fiber optics solutions, and they’re seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead HR across three U.S. sites (Waseca, MN, IL, & FL). This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, with the unique opportunity to be developed as her successor.

Why This Role Matters
As HR Manager, you’ll be the on-site leader in Waseca, overseeing multi-site HR operations and serving as a strategic business partner to plant leadership and functional teams. You’ll be the bridge between employees and leadership, driving HR initiatives that shape culture, improve retention, and support growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day HR operations for Waseca, Lombard, and Melbourne sites, with direct influence on organizational culture and employee engagement.

  • Partner with plant leadership to coach, advise, and strengthen team effectiveness.

  • Drive recruiting, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and career development.

  • Ensure compliance with federal/state labor laws, internal policies, and best practices.

  • Lead investigations, employee relations, and ethics training with consistency and integrity.

  • Support safety, wellness, and payroll oversight for Waseca operations.

  • Influence change and process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.

  • 6–10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in manufacturing.

  • Experience supporting multi-site operations and building strong cross-functional relationships.

  • Hands-on leader who balances tactical execution with strategic thinking.

  • Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior leadership.

  • Skilled in employee relations, compliance, performance management, and talent development.

  • HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

What Success Looks Like

  • Trusted advisor and coach to plant and functional leaders.

  • Builder of strong employee engagement and retention strategies.

  • Driver of HR process improvements and scalable programs.

  • Viewed as a natural successor to the VP of HR — a leader ready to elevate HR across Cinch.

The Details

  • Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 base + STI bonus

  • Work Requirement: On-site in Waseca, MN (non-negotiable)

  • Travel: Up to 25% (IL, and FL)

Manager of Aftermarket Parts & Service

  • Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50541

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a strategic plan to grow the aftermarket parts and service business and work with the sales team to implement into existing customer dialogue
  • Lead a team of three direct reports (2 Parts Specialists and a Service Scheduler)
  • Oversee all service operations, including customer coordination and scheduling. Leverage existing third-party service providers and identify and secure new ones to expand the company’s service capabilities in key geographic areas.
  • Develop and promote new service offerings, such as service contracts, online ordering capabilities, parts sorting systems etc…
  • Explore innovative ways to make it easier for customers utilize aftermarket parts ordering and service requests

Requirements:

  • Proven leadership experience with a strong background in growing the revenue of an aftermarket or services team.
  • Degree in Engineering or related
  • 7+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or distribution segment
  • Willingness to travel domestically about 50%. Candidates need to be located in Minnesota for easy trips to the HQ, but can work from home the majority of the time when not traveling 

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