Hybrid Lean Project Leader: Efficiency & Change

Rockwell Automation (USA); Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Time off

Parental and Caregiver Leave

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Lean Project Manager to lead cross-functional continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and project management methods to drive productivity and reduce materials costs.

You will report to the Sr. Manager of Business Operations and operate in a hybrid role based in Milwaukee or Chelmsford, MA, collaborating with multiple functions to deliver sustainable improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading process improvement or project initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree required; US work authorization.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma and Change Management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to drive process improvement.
• Deliver project outcomes and productivity through sustainment.
• Lead teams through change with positive leadership.
• Communicate with teams and leadership to secure resources.
• Apply Six Sigma, Lean, and Change Management tools.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across functions.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving material initiatives.
• Collaborate with sourcing, manufacturing, and development teams.
• Navigate ambiguity and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrate resilience, urgency, and bias toward action.

Skills

Lean methods

Six Sigma

Change Management

Project Management

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Quality, Materials, or Operations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Rockwell Automation, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Lean Project Manager to lead cross-functional continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and project management methods to drive productivity and reduce materials costs.

You will report to the Sr. Manager of Business Operations and operate in a hybrid role based in Milwaukee or Chelmsford, MA, collaborating with multiple functions to deliver sustainable improvements.