Senior Human Resources Manager

Position Description

The Senior Plant Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing strategic and hands-on HR support to the Plant Manager, salaried staff, and hourly workforce at the Franklin facility. This role will lead a dedicated HR team within the plant to manage daily HR operations, drive talent initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a positive and productive work environment. The Plant HR Manager will also play a key role in developing local talent pipelines by building relationships with local educational institutions. This role will report directly to the Human Resources Director – US and dotted line report into the Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• HR Leadership & Plant Support:
• Serve as the primary HR advisor to the Plant Manager and leadership team, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
• Lead and develop the plant HR team to ensure effective HR service delivery to all employees.
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and best practices are consistently applied across the facility.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:
• Oversee staffing strategies to meet plant production needs, ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled hourly and salaried employees.
• Build partnerships with local schools, technical colleges, and workforce development programs to create a robust talent pipeline.
• Develop and implement an apprenticeship program to attract and train future talent for key roles.
• HRIS Management & Data Integrity:
• Ensure accurate and timely entry of employee data in the HRIS system to maintain reliable reporting and analytics.
• Monitor workforce trends and provide insights to plant leadership to support data-driven decision-making.
• Employee Relations & Compliance:
• Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies while fostering a positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as company policies and safety regulations.
• Lead investigations and resolution of employee concerns in alignment with company policies.
• Training & Development:
• Support leadership in identifying development opportunities for employees at all levels.
• Implement training initiatives to improve employee skills, engagement, and retention.

Required Education & Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 3+ years experience managing HR teams and supporting both salaried and hourly employees.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS systems and ability to interpret and analyze HR data.
• Proven ability to handle employee relations matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and drive initiatives forward.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

Why Choose Modine?

• Health & Well-being:
• Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Maternity Leave (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 (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

Additional Information

To view full benefits information: MyModine Benefits

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.

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