Lean Project Manager

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 is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

As a Lean Project Manager, you will focus on leading cross-functional continuous improvement and cost-savings initiatives that drive operational efficiency and business performance. You will leverage Lean, Six Sigma, Change Management, and project management methodologies to identify improvement opportunities, lead teams through organizational change, and deliver sustainable productivity and materials cost reductions. Success in this position requires strong stakeholder management, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to influence teams across functions while navigating ambiguity and driving results. You should have relevant experience in process improvement or project leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence. You will report to the Sr. Manager of Business Operations and will work Hybrid in Milwaukee, WI or Chelmsford, MA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead cross functional teams to achieve process improvement.
• Achieve project deliverables and productivity results through improvement sustainment.
• Positively lead teams and organizations through change.
• Communicate effectively to teams and leadership to ensure support for resources and buy-in for change.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean, and Change Management methodology tools.
• Navigate corporate culture / developing positive working relationships with stakeholders and project team(s) Lead materials cost savings projects Partner with sourcing, OES, SSO, CE, Development, MFG and other functions to identify and deliver cost savings projects Information Processing Capability Ability to manage ambiguity and data to find improvement opportunities through prioritization Comfortable leading change in areas outside of subject matter expertise Complexity: Awareness, knowledge and guidance of Continuous Improvement principles, methodologies and tools to support achievement of Continuous Improvement Program and Rockwell Automation business objectives Ability to understand and lead technical and materials productivity initiatives Temperament: Ability to drive change in a positive manner despite challenges to timelines, deliverables and resources. Humble, inquisitive, bias towards action & courageous aptitude to take on larger roles beyond this position Highly resilient; pursues tasks with drive and a sense of urgency Consistently moves problems toward resolution Committed to developing strong relationships and collaborative partnerships

The Essentials - You Will Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of project management or process improvement experience, with Lean or Six Sigma or related products.
• Experience leading project teams.
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Suite and strong analytical skills.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Quality, Materials, or Operations is preferred.
• Effective communication, presentation and conflict management skills.
• Experience participating in or leading value streams.
• Knowledge of kaizen and other Lean Six Sigma facilitation tools.
• PMP certification.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life. To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at [phone].

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!