Plant Manager II

For more than 100 years, Modine has solved the toughest thermal management challenges for mission‑critical applications. Our purpose of Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World means we are always evolving our portfolio of technologies to provide the latest heating, cooling, and ventilation solutions. Through the hard work of more than 11,000 employees worldwide, our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments advance our purpose with systems that improve air quality, reduce energy and water consumption, lower harmful emissions, enable cleaner running vehicles, and use environmentally friendly refrigerants.

Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading a large, complex manufacturing facility that supports multiple business units or product lines. This position provides strategic and operational leadership across all plant functions - including production, quality, maintenance, logistics, and safety-and leads a team of Focus Factory Managers and cross‑functional support staff. The plant Manager is accountable for delivering results across safety, quality, cost, and delivery, while also driving long‑term operational excellence and supporting company growth.

• Oversee all operations within a multi‑business‑unit plant or large/complex plant with multiple focus factories.
• Lead and develop a team of Focus Factory Managers and functional leaders.
• Drive plant‑level strategy and execution to meet or exceed business performance targets.
• Manage plant budgets, headcount planning, and capital planning.
• Ensure plant compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement across all product lines.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align plant operations and broader business strategy.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and engagement across teams.
• Support new product introductions, expansions, or cross‑functional initiatives impacting the plant.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing with 5+ years in plant leadership roles.
• Experience managing large‑scale, multi‑line, multi‑BU manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record of driving operational performance and leading high‑performing teams.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, KPI tracking, and change management.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• ERP system proficiency and familiarity with advanced manufacturing systems.

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more.

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