Manager of Field Service & Aftermarket Parts

  • Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • 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 an aftermarket or field services team.
  • Degree in Engineering or related
  • 7+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or distribution segment
  • Willingness to travel approximately 50% during the first year.

Senior Associate, Financial Due Diligence

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50540

Join a leading middle-market platform that is growing their financial due diligence practice! Are you in Big 4/Tier-1 deals advisory but find yourself tired of the bureaucracy, red tape, and sub-par bonuses? Keep reading.

This firm has a phenomenal track record of being on the front-lines of deal activity — with a strong network, long-standing leaders and a best-in-class reputation in the market, it’s one of the best places to get exposure across middle market M&A. The FDD group is entrepreneurial, agile, and provides a clear path to leadership that larger firms can’t offer.

We are seeking 3-6 year FDD professionals, ideally with 3+ years in FDD experience from a top audit or consulting firm. CPA Strongly prefered.

Senior HR Generalist (Union)

  • Location: Eagan, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50539

SkyWater Search is happy to partner with one of our fastest growing clients as they look to hire a Senior HR Generalist to support the company’s union/field workforce in a dynamic, multi-state construction environment. This role will focus on employee relations, leaves of absence, compliance, recruitment, and training, serving as a trusted partner to both employees and leadership.

We are looking for an energetic, people-focused HR Generalist some some robust union experience who loves to collaborate with HR team members, operational leaders, and external parties to come up with compelling solutions that support the employees and drive the business forward.

The target compensation for this role is anywhere between $90,000 – $115,000 depending on experience, plus bonus potential and highly competitive benefits.  The company observes a hybrid work schedule of three days onsite, two days from home.

Senior Accountant

  • Location: Chicago, Illinois
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50536

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to play a key role in managing accounting activities for a growing, acquisitive organization. This position offers exposure to complex accounting challenges, technical projects, and collaboration with senior finance leaders across multiple entities. The role provides the opportunity to be a strong individual contributor while also partnering with colleagues across a broad portfolio of businesses. This role is fully-remote position (MUST BE LOCAL TO CHICAGO) with occasional quarterly travel! 

Parts Coordinator/Service Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50533

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Parts Coordinator / Service Manager to take on a dual-role leadership position overseeing both the service department and the parts program that supports it. This role includes leading a team of six service technicians who split their responsibilities between field service at customer sites and in-house support, such as inventory, parts management, and backhouse needs.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where critical systems demand quick response times and precise solutions. The position requires balancing customer and contract satisfaction with team leadership, setting a standard of trust, accountability, and repeatable processes to ensure work is done both efficiently and effectively. Strong people skills and technical know-how are equally important—collaborating with the team, leveraging each person’s strengths, and fostering a culture where no task is too small.

This is a role where adding to the culture is just as important as operational excellence. The company has been established for decades and has experienced strong growth in recent years, but with a team of only about 25 employees, success still relies on buy-in, respect, and teamwork at every level.

This position also requires participation in an after-hours on-call rotation.


Key Responsibilities

Service Management

  • Lead, mentor, and support a team of six service technicians across both field and in-house responsibilities.

  • Oversee daily operations of the service department, ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and meet high quality standards.

  • Foster trust and collaboration by setting clear expectations and helping technicians play to their strengths.

  • Communicate clearly with customers regarding timelines, estimates, updates, and issue resolution.

  • Balance urgency with professionalism—ensuring customer needs are met quickly while maintaining consistent processes.

  • Maintain accurate records of service work, orders, and labor reporting.

  • Promote a culture where adaptability, professionalism, and customer satisfaction come first.

Parts Coordination

  • Manage sourcing, purchasing, and tracking of parts and supplies to support service operations.

  • Oversee inventory levels and warehouse organization to ensure efficiency and preparedness for both planned and urgent jobs.

  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships for timely, cost-effective purchasing.

  • Process warranty claims, returns, and supplier credits accurately.

  • Ensure technicians have the right parts and tools available for their work.

  • Balance attention equally between parts and service, recognizing that both functions are critical to customer success.


Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification preferred.

  • 3+ years of experience in service management, parts coordination, or a related role.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of HVAC/Refrigeration systems.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and encourage collaboration without being overbearing.

  • Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

  • Proficiency with service management tools, inventory systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Ability to adapt quickly and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.


Preferred Experience

  • Background in HVAC/Refrigeration mechanical systems.

  • Familiarity with ERP or service management software.

  • Experience with budgeting, cost management, and vendor negotiations.

  • Forklift certification or warehouse experience a plus.


Working Conditions

  • Work takes place in both office and warehouse/shop environments.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Must participate in an after-hours on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends.

Director of Treasury

  • Location: Peoria , Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50527

I am working with a new client of mine that is a well-established, growing organization to help them find a Director of Treasury! 

This individual will have the chance to lead a treasury function and put needed processes in place! They will oversee day-to-day treasury operations, manage company-wide liquidity, optimize short-term cash investments, and maintain banking and investment relationships.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this leader will play a critical role in forecasting cash flows, ensuring adequate liquidity, negotiating banking services, and preparing enterprise-level reporting.

If this sounds remotely interesting, do not hesitate to apply! Candidate must be local to IL. 

Vice President of Finance

  • Location: Bloomington, Minnesota
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50524

SkyWater Search Partners is excited to be conducting a retained search for a Vice President of Finance on behalf of a well-known global leader in their industry. This strategic role oversees a $500M+ business unit and reports directly to the President. The VP of Finance will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business.

As a key member of the Senior Management Committee, the successful candidate will provide strategic financial leadership, partner closely with executive leadership, and drive the financial performance of the region. This highly visible role offers significant influence across corporate strategy, operations, growth initiatives, and M&A activities.

NetSuite Admin (Minnesota-only)

  • Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50520

SkyWater is partnering with a client based in central Minnesota to assist on finding a NetSuite Administrator to add to their growing manufacturing operation.

This is an employee owned business that not only works the Midwest, but across the country

Were looking for candidates that are local to central Minnesota, willing to be onsite 1x/week, & do not require sponsorship.

Exploso

  • Location: Warrenville, Illinois
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50519

Dylan Ladd

Accounting Manager

  • Location: Minneapolis
  • Remote: Remote
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #50518

SkyWater Search Partners is excited to partner with a tech services company that is adding an Accounting Manager to their team. This newly created role offers a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team, make a meaningful impact by mentoring a global team, streamlining processes, and contributing directly to the company’s growth trajectory.

While many companies are calling employees back to the office full-time, this company maintains a hybrid work environment, with 2–3 days on-site in Minneapolis.  Local candidates to Minnesota will only be considered. 

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