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Human Resources Director

SkyWater Search Partners
Albert, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026
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  • Posted: May 04,2026
  • Salary: $150,000

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.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a small HR team, providing coaching, direction, and performance oversight
  • Design and implement people strategies aligned with business priorities and growth objectives
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on organizational, talent, and employee relations matters
  • Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and HR systems to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and reporting requirements and ensure HR policies and procedures are up-to-date
  • Lead performance management, employee development, and employee engagement initiatives
  • Support compensation programs including pay reviews and incentive structures
  • Provide guidance on workplace concerns, investigations, and conflict resolution, ensuring consistent application of policies and fair employment practices

Desired Skills And Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 5 years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment
  • Prior experience leading and developing HR team members
  • Strong working knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
  • Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and navigate complex employee relations matters
  • Experience across core HR functions including talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Salary : $150,000

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