80/20 Project Manager
Racine, WI 
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Posted 9 days ago
Job Description

At Modine, we are engineering a cleaner, healthier world. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 13,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (USA), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

Position Description

As an 80/20 Project Manager, you will play a critical role in driving improvement activities that are aligned to strategic objectives of the 'Commercial Vehicle, Automotive and Powersports' business unit at Modine. You will collaborate with various cross functional teams within, and across, business units as you scope, plan and execute 80/20 related projects. The position is also responsible for managing programs externally with strategic customers and suppliers. You will be tasked with identifying the critical 20% of efforts that yield 80% of results and focus on them to drive project success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with business unit leadership and cross functional counterparts to identify, scope and prioritize improvement projects leveraging 80/20 principles
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation and project deliverables
  • Utilize 80/20 discipline to focus on the most impactful tasks and activities to achieve project goals within the given constraints
  • Identify potential risks and uncertainties associated with the project and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on project objectives
  • Monitor project performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and make necessary adjustments to stay on track.
  • Maintain regular communication with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress, address concerns, and ensure alignment with project goals and objectives
  • Manage and coordinate supplier and customer communication to insure that project scope and timing are understood and that expectations are set appropriately and met
  • Create and maintain high level project status reports for use in monthly business reviews and other executive communication as needed
  • Manage new program launches following the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process and ensuring that quality, cost and timing deliverables are maintained and that customer expectations are met or exceeded
Required Education & Qualifications
  • 10+ years of relevant experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Science or related field; Engineering is preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to scope and lead cross functional teams through complex projects

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

  • Proficiency in project management tools and software
  • Experience with Advanced Project Quality Planning (APQP)
  • Experience with industrial/automotive Quality Management Systems (QMS)
  • Exposure to, and experience with, 80/20 principles is preferred
  • Exposure to, and experience with, lean productions systems/concepts is preferred

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. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

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Modine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcomes all Qualified Applicants!
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

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. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
10+ years
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