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

We are looking for a data-driven Senior Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our Continuous Improvement team. You will support manufacturing and warehouse operations by leading improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and overall plant performance. You will sit at the intersection of manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, warehouse operations, and data analytics. You are a proactive problem solver who collaborates, supports daily plant operations, and guides process improvements through both hands-on engineering work and structured CI projects. You will report to the Manager, Continuous Improvement and have a hybrid schedule working in Mequon, WI.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute continuous improvement projects across manufacturing and warehouse operations
• Analyze operations and leverage data (e.g., SAP, Power BI) to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Support day-to-day plant operations by identifying and resolving process issues, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies on the shop floor
• Identify, prioritize, and drive initiatives from concept through implementation
• Partner with cross-functional teams (production, warehouse, quality, engineering) to implement practical, sustainable solutions
• Improve manufacturing processes, including assembly methods, material flow, work balance, and standard work
• Improve end-to-end process and material flow (receiving, warehouse, production, shipping)
• Apply Lean methodologies (5S, standard work, waste reduction, root cause problem solving)
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to support data-driven decision making
• Support automation and digital initiatives, including process automation and implementation of automated equipment
• Create and maintain standard work, work instructions, and training materials
• Support new equipment, process changes, and layout improvements to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and problem-solving sessions to build CI capability

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• The ability to travel 10% of the time.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse operations, continuous improvement, or manufacturing engineering
• Experience supporting plant operations and driving process improvements in a production environment
• Experience with Power BI, Power Platform, SQL, SAP, or similar tools

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.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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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 +1 (844) 404-7247.

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.