Skywater is hiring a Senior Product Engineer to lead and support a powertrain/drivetrain manufacturing division at a manufacturer in Chicago.
The Senior Product Engineer will lead and oversee testing & validation, assembly processes, quality control measures, and manufacturing scoping functions for manufacturing processes. This role will support the launch and modification of new and existing product lines relating to powertrain and drivetrain processes
This is a vital role for this business unit, and will encompass engineering principles related to continuous improvement and lean, quality control, experimentation and testing, process optimization, applications, and manufacturing.
Skywater is hiring a Product Engineer II to support a powertrain/drivetrain manufacturing division at a manufacturer in Chicago.
The Product Engineer II will be overseeing testing & validation, assembly processes, quality control measures, and manufacturing scoping functions for manufacturing processes. This role will support the launch and modification of new and existing product lines relating to powertrain and drivetrain processes
This is a vital role for this business unit, and will encompass engineering principles related to continuous improvement and lean, quality control, experimentation and testing, process optimization, applications, and manufacturing.
SkyWater has partnered with a rapidly growing Midwest-based company to find a contract Python developer. Reporting to the Director of IT, you’ll build a data system and fully functioning internal UI to help the business while they scale operations.
This position is project-based and will require some onsite interaction until the scope of the project is decided. At that time, this person will be allowed to work remotely.
Must be local to the Twin Cities. Cannot require sponsorship.
SkyWater Search Partners is excited to partner with a $1B AUM leading Broker/Dealer and Investment Advisor to find a new strategic and entrepreneurial Chief Operating Officer.
This executive will be responsible for strategically managing the firm’s operations and technology, providing strong and effective leadership to a dedicated team and ensuring success and growth of the organization. The firm has acquired two other B/Ds over the past three years and will continue to look for accretive acquisition to enhance the firm’s portfolio.
This person will play a key defining role in implementing an operations and technology strategy.
This role requires an entrepreneurial spirit, competitive drive with active engagement and an appetite for change.
This role will be based in the Twin Cities with an onsite presence required.
If interested, please apply or send your details to: jamende@skywatersearch.com
SkyWater is excited to be partnering with a well-established, family-owned company that truly treats its people like family. They’ve built a strong reputation for doing things the right way, with integrity, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to their employees’ success.
They’re adding a Senior Corporate Accountant to their team, and it’s a great opportunity for someone who loves variety in their work, enjoys collaborating across teams, and thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. If you’re looking for a stable company with strong leadership, great values, and a place where your work really matters, this one’s worth a closer look.
SkyWater Search Partners is thrilled to be partnering with a growing and innovative manufacturing company that’s building out their HR function and looking for a hands-on, detail-driven HR Generalist to join the team!
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves rolling up their sleeves, taking ownership, and making a real impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where new ideas are encouraged.
The target base compensation for this role is $68,000 – $80,000, depending on experience. The role will be on site 5 days a week in Brooklyn Park facility with occasional travel to other MN locations.
Skywater Search Partners is partnering with a leading manufacturer seeking a proven Plant Manager to lead a multi-shift operation of 400+ employees and drive continuous improvement across production, delivery, safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This individual will be a hands-on, strategic leader with the capability to advance into higher operational leadership roles in the future.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of direct and indirect reports across production, maintenance, and CI functions.
Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve operational visibility and results.
Collaborate across engineering, quality, and supply chain in a matrix environment to align goals and processes.
Manage P&L performance ($150M+), optimizing labor, materials, and expenses to meet budget targets.
Lead transformation from reactive to proactive operations, building systemic consistency and process discipline.
Serve as a strategic business partner with potential to assume broader leadership responsibilities over time.
Qualifications
8+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including multi-shift plant management.
Background in industrial engineering, electro-mechanical or mechanical parts, and high-volume manufacturing preferred.
Experience leading leaders, not just direct production teams.
Strong grasp of Lean, CI, and KPI-based management systems.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and team-development skills.
I’m partnering with a global, publicly traded organization headquartered in Chicago that’s looking to add a Senior Manager of Technical/M&A to their growing corporate accounting team!
This is a high-visibility role supporting complex transactions, M&A activity, joint ventures, and technical accounting projects. It’s a great opportunity for someone with a Big 4 background and strong GAAP/SEC technical foundation who’s ready to step into a leadership position with executive exposure and room to grow. This company is known for their “rotational nature” between business sectors – so various areas you can get exposed to if you’d want to pivot out of Technical into Corporate Accounting/FP&A!
Ideal Background: • 7-8 years of Big 4 public accounting + technical accounting • Experience w/ complex accounting topics – Business Combinations, Mergers/JV, ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 830, ASC 470 • Candidates from Accounting Advisory are highly desirable • CPA Required
If you think you’d be a fit, please do not hesitate to apply!
Reporting to the CFO, the Assistant Treasurer is a key advisor to the CFO on various financial matters as well as the other members of the Company’s Leadership Team. He/she maintains stewardship for financial assets/liabilities and debt as well as plays a leadership role in ensuring that the company has a world class treasury function to support the company’s goals.
This person will be a dynamic individual that will drive value by providing toughtful, strategic leadership and financial expertise within the Treasury and Finance organizations as well as lead enterprise wide projects and initiatives. This position will have a wide range of responsibilities, including assisting with treasury operations, PE owner relations, risk management, and strategic capital allocation and cash flow management. This individual will be responsible for the following areas: capital structure, customer financing, credit and collections, working capital management, cash and liquidity management, banking relationships, balance sheet and cash flow forecasting, investment management, foreign exchange and interest rate risk management, and promoting strong internal controls designed to safeguard corporate assets and the integrity of related financial systems.
The position participates with other key senior executives in setting objectives and developing and implementing current and long-range business plans and strategies for the Company. It also is responsible for presenting treasury and risk management strategies and progress to Senior Leaders and our ownership board.
The position leads a team of six through two direct reports. There is a potential that an addition direct report and two indirect reports could be added to this individuals team.
Essential Functions (Major Duties)
Accounting Governance and Controls
Responsible for the accounting and controllership for the following functional areas: Treasury, Customer Financing, Accounts Receivable, and Corporate Accounts Payable.
Oversee global Treasury controls over financial reporting and regulatory activities.
Present the Treasury activities and the Company’s financial progress as well as make recommendations on the Company’s capital structure to the CFO and PE Board.
Capital Structure
Develop and maintain proactive and mutually beneficial global banking relationships to ensure delivery of appropriate global banking services, lending and support.
Establish adequate capital structure funding alternatives to meet the global funding needs at reasonably low costs, minimal liquidity risks, in a tax efficient manner.
Develop, lead and monitor compliance of corporate cash investment strategies. Oversee investment performance, reporting and accounting.
Responsible for capital market activities, including negotiation and covenant compliance of bank credit facilities and other financing activities.
Develop and implement global capital structure strategies, intercompany funding strategies and repatriation in coordination with Accounting and Tax strategies.
Analyze, evaluate, and propose adjustments to the Company’s Capital Structure policy that aims at optimally distributing the organization’s investments in Capex and M&A.
Analyze and manage interest rate and foreign exchange exposures. Develop and implement hedging programs.
Customer Financing
Lead customer financing programs, coordinating with marketing, operations, accounting and tax to align strategy.
Lead the development of opportunities to expand the customer financing program, including alternative business development opportunities that lead to sales growth and profit expansion.
Strategy and Planning
Oversee management of treasury operations, and policies.
Lead global cash management and credit administration activities, and continuously enhance working capital efficiency while ensuring strong internal controls, standardization and scalability.
Direct the planning, selection, retention, and development of staff to ensure the availability of the required management and financial talent.
Ensure financial transaction oversight to determine appropriate access to the organization’s funds, and any outstanding bills or debts owed.
Financial Planning & Analysis
Manage cash forecasting to optimize the company’s global cash position, short-term investments, and credit lines to provide for adequate liquidity. Forecast and analyze global interest income, interest expense and non-operating expenses.
Develop and oversee enterprise and business unit reporting for working capital and capital structure key performance metrics – balance sheet, cash flow, ROIC, WACC, EVA, etc
Develop and cascade the development of the tools and models used for and by the businesses for the long term strategic plan and corresponding financial forecast preparation
Support of CFO and Executive Team in the development of external reporting presentations
Working Conditions
This position requires: Light physical activity in an office environment which includes frequent sitting, standing, walking and infrequent lifting up to 15 lbs.
Travel and On-Call: This position does not require regular travel. This position is not part of an on-call rotation
Job Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related area is required
MBA in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related area is required
Certified Treasury Professional preferred
15+ years of experience in treasury operations, accounting, and/or finance, preferably with a Fortune 1000 company and/or experience with PE-backed companies
Knowledge of and experience with Capital markets (particularly debt markets)
Knowledge of appropriate accounting and treasury systems
Excellent communication and presentation skills (written or verbal)
Supervisory experience
Ability to attract and develop talent and manage global performance, solid executive presence and relationship skills, ability to develop strong partnerships internally and externally with key stakeholder groups, and effective communication skills
International finance experience, including foreign exchange activities
Relevant experience in financial/risk management, including hedging
Ability to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organizations
Ability to handle multiple priorities in a time sensitive and dynamic environment
Willingness to work flexible schedule to accommodate business requirements
Excellent organizational, analytical, negotiation and problem solving skills
Demonstrated financial modeling skills, including analytical reasoning, quantitative analysis and sensitive analysis
Knowledge of consumer financing, including the management and reporting of loan portfolios
Strong critical thinking skills, with an ability to identify trends in financial data and develop creative solution
SkyWater is partnering with a fast-growing industrial packaging company located in the Minneapolis area. They have provided top quality packaging and end-of-line automation solutions to various industries for nearly 50 years.
The role of Business Development Manager is an outside sales position traveling throughout northern Ohio. This individual would be supported by a sales & marketing team generating warm leads. My client is targeting a hunter to sell products on value while up selling several given accounts. Selling mainly into agriculture, construction, and mining, any background experience in those industries is a plus!
This is a pivotal role suited for someone excited to pursue new business, develop territories, and engage clients with refined presentation skills. They compensate well through base salary + bonus and offer a strong benefits package.
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