Modification Lead

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

The Modification Leader coordinates daily machining operations, ensuring to Supervisor achieves production goals while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. You will support production employees, improve programs, and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.

• Coordinate daily machining and production activities based on operational priorities and production schedules.
• Lead, promote production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Monitor workflow, resource allocation, and staffing needs to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with established manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and company policies.
• Help achieve production goals by tracking performance metrics and addressing operational issues.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams to resolve process and equipment-related concerns.
• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements.
• Verify that products and processes meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Support activities, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Help maintain production records and building material transactions through SAP.
• Support the onboarding of production personnel.
• Ensure employees complete required training and maintain compliance with company standards.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement programs, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process optimization activities.
• Promote teamwork and employee engagement throughout the operation.
• Support organizational goals and adapt staffing or operational plans as our needs require.

• High School Diploma, Technical Certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing or machining environments.
• Experience managing production personnel.
• Experience coordinating manufacturing activities and achieving production goals.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Basic knowledge of SAP.

• Previous experience in leadership role.
• Experience working with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Experience monitoring production metrics and performance indicators.
• Motivate and coach production teams.
• Collaboration experience with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
• Availability for shift rotation and schedule changes based on our needs.

• Savings Fund doubled by us.
• Food vouchers.
• Subsidized cafeteria.
• Transportation services.
• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm.
• Volunteer Paid Time Off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program.
• On-demand digital course library for professional development.

Will Report to: Modifications Supervisor

Workplace Location: Tecate, Baja California

Workplace Type: On-Site

At Rockwell Automation, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. 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.