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*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Data Science Sr Analyst or Data Science Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Summary

As an Operational Support Data Scientist at Securian Financial, you will bridge advanced analytics and day-to-day business operations by designing, deploying, monitoring, and continuously improving AI-driven solutions that support enterprise processes.

This role focuses on supporting reliable, scalable, and explainable AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency, decision support, customer experience, and risk management across Digital, Marketing, Sales, and Servicing functions.

You will operate at the intersection of data science, MLOps, and the business - ensuring models are maintained, enhanced, monitored, and aligned with Securian's Enterprise Data Strategy Vision and Operating Principles.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

AI Solution Development & Deployment

• Work with business teams to enhance existing solutions to enhance and optimize existing AI/ML solutions.

• Deploy and manage solutions using cloud-native tools (e.g., AWS SageMaker).

Operational Model Support & Optimization

• Monitor model performance, data drift, and operational KPIs.

• Troubleshoot production issues and continuously enhance and optimize models for performance, stability, and cost efficiency.

• Establish measurement frameworks to quantify operational impact of deployed solutions.

Data Engineering & Analytical Execution

• Transform structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data into actionable features and insights.

• Perform exploratory analysis and visualization to identify operational improvement opportunities.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to productionize data solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Explainability

• Partner with cross-functional operational stakeholders to understand business workflows and translate them into AI-enabled solutions.

• Communicate complex AI methodologies and results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ensure model transparency, explainability, fairness, and ethical AI application in alignment with enterprise governance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing, deploying, or supporting production AI/ML models in cloud environments.

• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with tools such as AWS SageMaker and GitHub.

• Experience building operationalized data science solutions (not just prototypes).

• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and model validation techniques.

• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts, model outputs, and operational trade-offs to stakeholders.

• Strong ethical judgment with a commitment to responsible and unbiased AI development.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in data science, applied AI, or machine learning.

• Experience supporting AI solutions in operational or production environments.

• Familiarity with MLOps practices, model governance frameworks, and automation tooling.

• Experience working in regulated industries (financial services preferred).

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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Position: Senior Buyer (Strategic Sourcing / Manufacturing)

Location: Eden Prairie, MN (5 Days Onsite)

Employment: 6 Month Contract-To-Hire (High Likelihood of Conversion)

Pay Rate: $43 - $55 / Hourly

Converting Salary Range: $88,000 – $115,000 (based on experience)

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Buyer who brings deep buying expertise, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to lead strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is considered a subject matter expert and is operating at the level of people leadership.

The Senior Buyer will own supplier strategy, drive measurable improvements, and partner cross-functionally to influence cost, delivery, and performance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations focused on total cost and performance

Analyze spend, inventory, and supplier data to identify savings and improvement opportunities

Develop and manage supplier performance metrics and corrective action plans

Drive long-term category strategies while balancing tactical execution

Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing decisions

Serve as a go-to expert for complex supply challenges and supplier relationships

Support and mentor less experienced buyers as needed

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

7+ years of progressive buying or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ownership of strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier development

Advanced analytical skills with experience driving decisions through data

Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP preferred)

Advanced Excel skills and comfort analyzing complex spend and inventory data

Experience developing and managing supplier KPIs and performance improvement plans

Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or dashboard development

Background in hydromechanical, fabrication, or engineered components

Experience leading sourcing projects or mentoring junior buyers

Exposure to cost modeling, contract negotiations, or long-term category strategy

Certifications such as CPSM, APICS/ASCM, Six Sigma (not required)

Primary Objective:

To drive successful pricing outcomes through accurate, data-driven costing and pricing processes across projects. This role will engage with customers’ technical teams to adequately understand the customer need and ensure we cost estimate effectively, with the overarching goal of enabling Spectrum to best serve existing and new accounts through competitive and accurate pricing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Act as a technical liaison to customers, providing confidence in engineering expertise and guiding them through technical discussions of clarity and feasibility of proposed opportunities.
• Engage with customers to understand and provide relevant feedback (e.g., opportunities to drive down cost without impacting efficacy) on technical details of their quote requests and design elements.
• Oversee project cost estimation for incoming opportunities within aligned product group, including developing cost and engineering process assumptions and designing/executing methodologies for accurate quoting.
• Leverage pricing tools to provide commercial team members with pricing guidance.
• Work closely with internal engineering, product, and sales teams to ensure they have all the inputs necessary to develop an accurate cost estimate and pricing guidance.
• Engage relevant Spectrum personnel to determine relevant factors such as tool availability, production capacity, and capability limits.
• Engage with third-party vendors to get cost estimates of key materials / products that they will need to produce the finished product.
• Identify and communicate impactful opportunities to simplify costing processes and improve overall customer response time efficiency.
• Provide margin guidance, as a technical and customer-facing voice contributing to overall company pricing strategies.

Qualifications:

• Engineering Degree or related field preferred. Appropriate experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in technical cost estimation, value engineering, or product design within a manufacturing or industrial setting. Experience with a CDMO strongly preferred.
• Candidate must have experience with technical design, technical process, and customer engagement in technical sales or engineering roles.
• Candidate must have knowledge and demonstrate understanding of manufacturing processes, material selection, and production cost drivers, with familiarity with design specifications.
• Candidate preferred to have strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Candidate preferred to have knowledge and demonstrate understanding of some economic, accounting, and financial principles
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to engage with non-engineering stakeholders via simplifying complex technical concepts.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, sales, supply chain, and product marketing teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple RFQs, technical discussions, and costing exercises effectively.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident due to CUI/ITAR program compliance.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to assist with production activities as required.

Work Environment:

• Office and Production floor
• Occasional travel required.

Location: HYBRID - Wayzata, MN (3 days on site)

Duration: 6 months

Manager is looking for a hands-on resource with 5+ years of experience and MUST have previous experience working at Cargill ......

This person will step in and begin working ASAP

Needed tools experience includes:

• Sprout
• Maze
• CoPilot
• Figma
• Excel
• UX / UI tools in general.
• Qualitative & Quantitative experience (Quantitative experience like AB testing), Qualitative like personas, UX Research

Skills Needed:

• Soft skills & Hard skills combined
• Strong listening skills
• Strong creativity that is transferred into the design.
• Whiteboarding
• Face to Face experience with interal customers (the business).

Description:

• Enablement (initial setup/one-time) and ongoing management of the documentation space (SharePoint) for intake/content/UX
• This would be the SharePoint website bringing together all the content/UX/design materials and link outs.
• Creation/Management of Figma library/resources.
• Collect existing
• Setup of reference material
• Manage defined templates for defined patterns/asset types
• Manage alignment and engagement with UX COE.
• Manage the User Research/Personas/General Research for of UX support content initiatives
• Consult with stakeholders on initiatives that need additional care and direction.
• Define what patterns are self-served pre-documented and what require a UX consult (and additional UX steps)
• Help refine the intake processes.
• Support work with stakeholders outside of Comms when needed (making sure our other businesses are aligned).
• Help drive content/UX strategies (support proven existing and help facilitate new).
• Support governed initiatives that impact our other stakeholders
• Drive UX improvement (website and Sprout)
• Information Architecture
• Support the core needs
• Help align stakeholder/partners on broader goals/initiatives
• Example (if want to reorg the main site structure/top sections)

Senior Accountant

Location: Plymouth, MN [Hybrid]

We are seeking a Senior Accountant for one of our longstanding manufacturing clients based in the NW metro. This person will work alongside the Controller supporting the day‑to‑day accounting operations, financial reporting, and analysis for one of the businesses largest entities.

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial records, supporting month‑end close, and contributing to ongoing improvements in accounting processes. This position is well suited for an experienced accountant who is detail‑oriented, analytical, and comfortable working cross‑functionally. Multi-entity experience a HUGE plus!

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Perform financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and potential issues
• Support month‑end and year‑end close activities
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Partner with internal teams to support financial reporting and operational analysis
• Contribute to process improvements related to accounting, reporting, and controls
• Assist with audit preparation, including schedules and supporting documentation
• Provide support on special projects and ad hoc requests as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 4–7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Clear communication skills and ability to work collaboratively

Preferred

• Experience in a multi‑entity or complex accounting environment
• CPA or progress toward CPA

Compensation: $80,000-$105,000

Employment Type: Full Time Direct Hire, Hybrid

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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Senior Professional, UX Design

Location : HYBRID - Wayzata, MN. (Twice a week - Tuesday & Tursday).

Duration: 6 Months

Description:

• Enablement (initial setup/one-time) and ongoing management of the documentation space (SharePoint) for intake/content/UX

o This would be the SharePoint website bringing together all the content/UX/design materials and link outs.

• Creation/Management of Figma library/resources for

o Collect existing

o Setup of reference material

o Manage defined templates for defined patterns/asset types

• Manage alignment and engagement with UX COE.

• Manage the User Research/Personas/General Research.

• Enablement of UX support content initiatives

o Consult with stakeholders on initiatives that need additional care and direction.

§ Define what patterns are self-served pre-documented and what require a UX consult (and additional UX steps)

§ Help refine the intake processes.

o Support work with stakeholders outside of Comms when needed (making sure our other businesses are aligned).

• Help drive content/UX strategies (support proven existing and help facilitate new).

• Support governed initiatives that impact our other stakeholders

• Drive UX improvement (website and Sprout)

• Information Architecture

o Support the core needs

o Help align stakeholder/partners on broader goals/initiatives

o Example (if want to reorg the main site structure/top sections)

Our client is seeking a senior Site Leader to oversee the full operation of a mid-sized manufacturing facility near Saint Cloud, MN. Operating as a subsidiary of a larger global organization. The business continues to receive strong strategic investment and plays a critical role within the broader company. This opening is due to a planned retirement, creating a rare opportunity to step into an established operation with stability, executive visibility, and runway for continued growth.

This role functions as the top leader at the site and reports directly to the Divisional General Manager. The Site Leader carries full accountability for performance, culture, and long-term direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full P&L ownership
• Leadership of cross-functional teams across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, finance, HR, fulfillment, and warehousing
• Execution of strategic initiatives that support growth, scalability, and operational excellence
• Driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement across safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Building and developing a strong leadership bench and performance culture
• Partnering with engineering and divisional leadership to align site strategy and investment
• Ensuring customer satisfaction, delivery performance, and operational reliability

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business required; advanced degree preferred
• 8-10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
• Demonstrated success owning P&L in a manufacturing environment
• Background in lean, operational excellence, or Six Sigma methodologies
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Excellent communication, judgment, and problem-solving capabilities

Opportunity:

The facility serves as a key contributor within a financially strong parent organization. This is a highly visible leadership role offering meaningful autonomy, executive-level exposure, and the opportunity to shape the next phase of the business.

Guided Search Partners is an Executive Search firm that is built on the principles of Trust, Transparency, Specialization, and True Long-term Relationships. Our goal is to provide the best experience for both our clients and candidates. We specialize in delivering the upper echelon of candidates in Food & Beverage Manufacturing to clients for their needs in FSQA, Operations, Engineering/Maintenance, and R&D.

Role Description

We're partnered with a repeat client looking for a 1st Shift QA Supervisor. The organization is a privately owned food manufacturer who is undergoing some tremendous growth and expansion. This is an opportunity to join an organization that puts it's employees first and can offer plenty of room for advancement.

Qualifications

• BS Science related preferred but not a must have
• 3+ years' FSQA Experience
• Must come from food manufacturing
• Some previous supervisory experience

Please apply directly If this is an opportunity you’d like to explore further. If you or someone you know is looking for other opportunities in the food and beverage industry, please email us directly at to get connected with an expert in the space!

About the Job

Company Description

KEB America, headquartered in Shakopee, Minnesota, is a leading manufacturer of industrial automation products, including industrial PCs, HMIs, I/O modules, VFDs, servo and induction motors, integral gearmotors, and clutches and brakes. The company operates a 150,000 sq. ft. ISO 9001:2015 certified facility, providing full design, assembly, and manufacturing services.

KEB America is part of the global KEB Automation KG network, which includes four production sites, ten subsidiaries, and 30 sales and service centers worldwide. With more than 1,500 employees globally, including approximately 125 team members in the U.S., KEB delivers innovative, high‑quality automation solutions to customers around the world.

Role Description

KEB America is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer – Manufacturing for a full‑time, on‑site role based in Shakopee, MN. This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting quality improvement initiatives, assisting with the Quality Management System, and analyzing data to drive continuous improvement.

The Quality Assurance Engineer will support a wide range of activities within the Quality Department and is expected to have a solid working knowledge of inspection tools, measurement equipment, and manufacturing quality processes.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of engineering experience preferred; prior Quality Engineering experience is a plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments and quality systems

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Basic math skills, including standard and metric measurements
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical data, instruction manuals, and test procedures
• Basic understanding of inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and related tools
• Knowledge of KEB products and functions preferred (training provided)

Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively and identify root causes
• Ability to perform accurate, detail‑oriented work at a fast pace
• Ability to follow work instructions precisely

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and rapport
• Comfortable speaking on the phone for extended periods
• Ability to resolve conflicts professionally while maintaining composure in stressful situations

Work Style & Professional Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Effective time management skills, including managing one’s own time and, when necessary, others’
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to see and work with small parts, with or without reasonable accommodation

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.

MISSION Corp., dba Mission Outdoor (“MISSION”)

Eden Prairie / Plymouth, MN — Full Time, In-Office

MISSION is looking for a talented graphic designer to join our growing in-house creative team. This is an in-office role where you’ll be embedded within our marketing team, working closely alongside product development and e-commerce in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment. Our workspace is built to be a creative hub—ideas move quickly, feedback is real-time, and the work is deeply connected to the products we’re bringing to market.

At Mission Outdoor, we design premium outdoor and marine products that make it easier for people to enjoy time on the water. Our brand lives across many touchpoints—website, marketplaces, advertising, email, social, and beyond—and this role plays a critical part in bringing that digital brand experience to life.

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The Role

As a graphic designer at Mission Outdoor, you’ll play a key role in shaping how the brand shows up across every touchpoint. From our website to marketplaces, advertising, email, and social, your work will help define the look, feel, and experience of a lifestyle outdoor brand built for time on the water.

This role is about more than creating individual assets. It’s about building consistency, connection, and systems that allow the brand to scale. You’ll help turn brand strategy into a cohesive experience—one that feels intentional, premium, and unmistakably MISSION.

You’ll collaborate closely with marketing, e-commerce, and other designers, working quickly and iteratively in a fast-moving environment. Creative freedom comes with responsibility here: to be organized, to move fast without sacrificing quality, and to communicate clearly with teammates. You’ll be trusted to make design decisions, manage your own timelines, and contribute ideas that elevate the work.

If you’re excited by the challenge of building a lifestyle brand in real time—balancing creativity with speed, systems with expression, and collaboration with ownership—this role offers a rare opportunity to help shape a growing outdoor brand.

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What You’ll Work On

Digital & Web Design

• Website design assets and updates (Shopify-based)
• Amazon and marketplace creative (listings, A+ content, ads)
• Digital advertising assets (Google, paid social, display, etc.)
• Email design and templates
• Social media design and quick-turn creative requests
• PowerPoint presentations and templates
• Video graphics and motion-ready assets (static-to-motion handoff)

Print & Physical Design

• Catalog layouts and supporting print assets
• Packaging design and production support
• Sales materials and dealer-facing collateral

Design Systems & Templates

• Help build and maintain digital design systems
• Create reusable UI components, templates, and layout standards
• Support consistent digital brand execution across channels
• Reduce friction and increase speed for marketing and e-commerce teams

Production & Collaboration

• Execute production-level designs quickly and accurately
• Partner with marketing and e-commerce to iterate based on performance
• Collaborate with other designers without bottlenecks or rigid approvals
• Take feedback as input—not permission—and ship confidently

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How You’ll Succeed at Mission

• Designers are trusted to use their judgment and make decisions
• Individuals own their timelines and deliverables while staying aligned with the broader team
• Feedback is collaborative and constructive—not approval-based
• Brand guidelines are shared, understood, and evolved together across creative and marketing
• Speed, clarity, and accountability matter

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You’ll Thrive in This Role If…

• You’re a digital-savvy designer who enjoys working close to marketing and e-commerce
• You like building systems, templates, and structure—not just one-off assets
• You’re organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing your own work
• You’re curious and eager to learn new tools, platforms, and channels
• You’re confident sharing ideas and making design recommendations
• You adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines
• You care about how design impacts performance, not just aesthetics
• You’re excited about the outdoor lifestyle and Mission’s products
• You prefer working in-person and being part of a team where collaboration, feedback, and momentum happen face-to-face

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Experience & Skills

A strong candidate typically has:

• 2–5 years of professional graphic design experience
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Experience designing for digital channels (web, ads, email, social)
• Comfort working within brand systems and evolving them over time
• Familiarity with Shopify, Amazon, or e-commerce design is a plus
• Motion, video, or animation experience is a bonus (not required)
• A portfolio that demonstrates strong digital work and design thinking

A portfolio (link or PDF) is required to be considered.

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Location

This is a full-time, in-office role based in Eden Prairie, MN. Our team works closely together day-to-day, with a collaborative, in-person environment built around speed, creativity, and shared momentum.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, portfolio (PDF or Link), and a cover letter to:

Advice: Taking the time to email your application directly to is the best way to cut through the LinkedIn noise and stand out. Applications with no portfolio provided will not be considered.