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 11000 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 modine.com.
Position Description
The Quality Manager - Plant Operations is responsible for leading the quality assurance and continuous improvement efforts within the manufacturing plant. This role ensures that all products meet customer industry and regulatory standards while driving a culture of quality excellence. The Quality Manager will develop and implement strategic quality initiatives oversee compliance programs and lead a team of quality engineers and technicians to optimize manufacturing processes and minimize defects. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires close collaboration with production engineering and supply chain teams to ensure plant-wide quality improvements.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and lead the plants quality strategy aligning it with business goals and customer requirements. • Manage the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 ASHRAE standards and other industry regulations. • Oversee plant-wide quality improvement initiatives reducing defects, scrap, and rework through data-driven methodologies. • Lead root cause analysis (RCA), corrective actions (CA), and continuous improvement (CIP) to address recurring quality issues. • Implement and maintain Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Design of Experiments (DOE) to drive process improvements. • Work closely with engineering and production teams to enhance Design For Manufacturability (DFM) and ensure new product introduction (NPI) meets quality standards. • Lead and develop the quality team, providing coaching, training, and mentorship to quality engineers and technicians. • Drive supplier quality initiatives, including supplier audits, corrective actions, and process capability improvements. • Monitor and report on key quality performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights and recommendations to plant leadership. • Serve as the primary liaison for customer quality concerns, third-party audits, and regulatory compliance assessments. • Collaborate with operations leadership to foster a culture of quality ownership and accountability across all plant functions.
Required Education & Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field. Looking for a proven quality manager with 7 years of experience in quality management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in HVAC refrigeration or industrial equipment production. Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and ASHRAE standards, and regulatory compliance. Expertise in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and advanced quality methodologies. Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as welding, brazing, assembly, and testing. Strong problem-solving skills with experience in 8D problem-solving, FMEA, SPC, and DOE. Proficiency in quality data analysis tools, such as Minitab, JMP, or similar. Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Why Choose Modine
Health & Well-being
• Day One • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage • Employee Assistance Program • After 90 days of continuous employment, maternity leave for 12 weeks at 100% pay • 8 weeks of short-term disability leave paid at 100% • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100% • Paternity Leave for 4 weeks at 100% pay
Financial Benefits
• 401k Retirement plan and company-paid match • Life Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • Short-term Disability company-paid • Long-term Disability
Work-Life Balance
• Competitive time-off policies • Tuition Reimbursement
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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 may include paid vacation, short-term disability, 401k, health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account, and more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.