Electrical Panel Assembler Lead

Modine Manufacturing Company; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Maternity/Paternity leave at 100% pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company is seeking an experienced Electrical Panel Lead in Owatonna, Minnesota. This role involves providing hands-on leadership and technical expertise within our Electrical Panel Assembly department, ensuring efficient and accurate assembly of HVAC electrical panels.

The ideal candidate will have robust manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to quality. Competitive health benefits and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience wiring HVAC equipment.
• Experience working with electrical wiring and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the team lead within the Electrical Panel Assembly department.
• Train and mentor employees on electrical assembly procedures.
• Support production teams in resolving workflow and quality issues.

Skills

Electrical assembly expertise

Team leadership

Wiring HVAC equipment

Verbal communication

Reading and interpreting electrical diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Position Description

Climate by Design International (CDI) is seeking an experienced Electrical Panel Lead to provide hands‑on leadership within our Electrical Panel Assembly department. This position combines technical electrical assembly expertise with team leadership responsibilities to ensure HVAC electrical panels and remote stations are assembled safely, accurately, and on schedule.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled electrical assembler who enjoys mentoring team members, solving production challenges, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the team lead within the Electrical Panel Assembly department.
• Provide day‑to‑day work direction and guidance to team members.
• Communicate and reinforce production priorities established by the Production Supervisor.
• Train and mentor employees on electrical assembly procedures and best practices.
• Provide performance feedback to the Production Supervisor.
• Support production teams by helping resolve workflow, scheduling, equipment, and quality issues.
• Serve as backup for leads in other departments when needed.
• Work alongside team members to assemble electrical panels and remote stations for HVAC equipment.
• Assemble components according to job specifications, drawings, and electrical diagrams.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, designs, dimensions, and tolerances.

Required Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience wiring HVAC equipment.
• Experience working with electrical wiring and electrical diagrams.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Strong verbal communication and team collaboration skills.
• Formal electrical training.
• Previous lead or mentoring experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in HVAC manufacturing or electrical panel assembly.

Why Choose Modine?

Health & Well‑being

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • 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

• 401(k) retirement plan and company‑paid match
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA)
• Short‑term disability (company paid)
• Long‑term disability

Work‑Life Balance

• Competitive time‑off policies
• Tuition reimbursement

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. 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.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.