Chief Information Officer

Job Tag: Posted: October 05,2026 Salary: $275,000 SkyWater Search Partners has been retained by a privately held business that has grown significantly through both acquisition and organic growth, and is now building a technology function to match. The people are collaborative, candid, and invested in each other’s success.This is the number one IT role. You would report to the CEO, lead a handful of direct reports and the teams beneath them, and work hybrid from a Twin Cities office. AI use is still early, and the client wants a leader who has taken it into production in an operational setting and can turn data into an advantage for the business.Non-negotiables Production AI or data work you can speak to in detail Multi-site operations support, where uptime comes first A clear, credible executive communicator Current #1 or #2 at a $800MM-$5B business The seat has real influence over strategy and includes a long term equity component.If interested, apply here.Zac KallasSenior Group DirectorSkyWater Search PartnersResponsibilities Build a multi-year technology and data roadmap tied to the operating plan Own infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP and operational systems support Own IT budget, capital planning, and vendor strategy Support M&A integrationDesired Skills And Experience 4 year degree, Masters/MBA preferred 10+ years of progressive IT leadership, manufacturing or operations preferred SAP or comparable ERP, plus IT and OT exposure A current IT head, or a number two ready for the top seat Local to Minnesota Sponsorship is unavailable