Prototype Assembler 1
About the job
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States is required; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
- Basic computer skills are needed for production or documentation tasks.
- Applicants must be willing to work in any assigned department.
- Applicants must be able to perform physical tasks, including lifting, cleaning, and equipment operation.
- Applicants must be willing to work required overtime, typically 10–20 hours per week.
- Mechanical assembly or general manufacturing tasks are required; no previous related experience is typically required.
- Ability to assemble using hand and power tools is required.
- Mechanical ability and problem-solving skills are required.
- Ability to follow Documented Work Instructions is required.
- Experience with SAP and Factory Talk is listed under other skills.
- Perform mechanical assembly using documented work instructions while following safety procedures and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Perform mechanical assembly or general manufacturing tasks.
- Operate basic hand tools, pneumatic tools, and lifting equipment.
- Support molding operations and pack products.
- Complete basic computer tasks for production or documentation.
- Assist with visual and dimensional quality checks.
- Support preventative maintenance and keep work areas organized.
- Work across departments as needed.
- Follow all Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental regulations.
- Adjust schedules occasionally to meet operational needs.
- Work regular overtime, typically 10–20 hours per week.
- A high school diploma or GED, or relevant experience.
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
You will perform mechanical assembly using documented work instructions while following all safety procedures and maintaining a clean work environment. Responsibilities include operating hand and pneumatic tools, supporting molding operations, packing products, performing basic computer tasks, and assisting with visual and dimensional quality checks. You will also support preventative maintenance, helps keep work areas organized, and may work across departments. Employees must follow all Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental regulations and may occasionally adjust their schedules to meet our needs. Overtime is a regular requirement, typically 10–20 hours per week.
You will report to the Production Supervisor and work onsite in Ladysmith, WI. This is a 1st Shift role (Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30p.m.).
Your Responsibilities:
- Follow documented work instructions and safety procedures.
- Mechanical assembly or general manufacturing tasks.
- Operate basic hand tools, pneumatic tools, and lifting equipment.
- Basic computer skills for completing production or documentation tasks.
- Willingness to work in any assigned department.
- Perform physical tasks, including lifting, cleaning, and equipment operation.
- Willingness to work required overtime (typically 10–20 hours per week).
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 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 Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Typically requires no previous related experience.
- High School Diploma/GED or relevant experience
Other Skills:
- Assemble using hand and power tools
- Quality
- Follow DWI – Documented Work Instructions
- SAP, Factory Talk
- Problem Solving
- Mechanical Ability
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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About the company
Rockwell Automation provides hardware, software, and services to improve operational efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in industrial settings. Customers install integrated automation components—sensors, controllers, software, and cloud or on‑premises platforms—that monitor, control, and optimize production processes. It differentiates itself with a broad, globally deployed portfolio that includes emphasis on OT cybersecurity, maintenance management (CMMS), digital twin capabilities, and industry‑specific sustainability solutions. Its goal is to help customers boost productivity, reduce operating costs, and meet safety, reliability, and environmental standards through integrated technology and ongoing support.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Founded
1903
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What believers are saying
- Q3 2026 sales rose 8%, organic sales 10%, and adjusted EPS hit $3.49.
- Rockwell launched FactoryTalk Orchestration on June 22, 2026, expanding factory logistics software.
- Rockwell's share repurchases and $1.2 billion authorization support EPS through 2026.
What critics are saying
- Lifecycle Services saw 6% organic decline from delayed projects and narrower scopes in Q1 2026.
- Scott Genereux exits as CRO on September 30, 2026, risking sales disruption.
- Tariff-driven pricing and 971 active cases create margin pressure and legal distraction.
What makes Rockwell Automation unique
- FactoryTalk Orchestration links machines, robots, and plant systems end-to-end.
- FactoryTalk Analytics VisionAI adds AI inspection without replacing existing third-party cameras.
- CompactLogix 5390 bundles motion, safety, and connectivity into smaller controllers.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time off
- Parental Leave
- Caregiver Leave
- Flexible Work Hours
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1%Rockwell Automation introduces SecureOT capabilities to help OEMs address emerging cybersecurity regulations. SecureOT capabilities help machine builders identify vulnerabilities, document cybersecurity posture and support compliance readiness across the machine lifecycle MILWAUKEE, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced new SecureOT(TM) cybersecurity capabilities designed to help original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) simplify compliance efforts, strengthen secure-by-design practices and better manage cybersecurity risks throughout the machine lifecycle. Cybersecurity regulations, such as the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and Machinery Regulation (MR), are moving toward key compliance deadlines in 2026 and 2027. As these regulations reshape requirements for machine builders, OEMs face increasing pressure to demonstrate cybersecurity readiness, maintain detailed documentation and provide ongoing support for deployed assets. According to Rockwell's OEM Advantage Playbook findings, that pressure is being felt across the market: Nearly two in five OEMs are already navigating evolving compliance requirements, while 63% expect cyber risks to continue. Despite this, many lack visibility into their current readiness and the steps needed to address them. Rockwell's SecureOT capabilities help address these challenges by equipping OEMs with proactive cybersecurity management and making regulatory readiness a more repeatable, scalable process. Rockwell expanded SecureOT with OEM-focused capabilities including cybersecurity assessments, advisory services, machine-level visibility, vulnerability identification and compliance reporting to help machine builders navigate evolving requirements. Powered by SecureOT(TM) Platform, these capabilities enable organizations to identify vulnerabilities, document cybersecurity posture and support regulatory readiness throughout the machine lifecycle. By combining technology, services and industrial cybersecurity expertise, SecureOT helps OEMs move from reactive compliance activities to a more proactive and scalable approach to managing cybersecurity risk. Key capabilities include: * Machine-level asset visibility with detailed inventories of hardware, software and firmware * Vulnerability identification to help uncover cybersecurity risks that may affect machine security and compliance * Exportable compliance reports that support customer transparency, audit preparation and regulatory documentation requirements * Cybersecurity assessments and advisory services to help identify gaps, establish governance processes and align with standards such as IEC 62443 * Continuous monitoring to maintain visibility into newly disclosed vulnerabilities, support ongoing risk management and help satisfy post-deployment cybersecurity obligations "OEMs are facing unprecedented pressure to demonstrate cybersecurity readiness while continuing to innovate and deliver high-quality machines on schedule," said Rick Kaun, global director of cybersecurity services at Rockwell Automation. "By combining SecureOT technology, advisory services and Rockwell Automation's industrial expertise, we help OEMs make cybersecurity a strategic business advantage rather than a compliance exercise." To learn more about SecureOT and how Rockwell helps machine builders navigate evolving cybersecurity requirements, click here . Frequently Asked Questions: How does SecureOT help OEMs strengthen cybersecurity readiness? SecureOT helps OEMs assess cybersecurity readiness, identify vulnerabilities, document machine cybersecurity posture and support regulatory readiness throughout the machine lifecycle. By combining cybersecurity assessments, advisory services and SecureOT Platform capabilities, OEMs can gain greater visibility into cybersecurity risks while implementing secure-by-design practices. How can SecureOT help OEMs prepare for regulations such as the Cyber Resilience Act and Machinery Regulation? Leveraging SecureOT Platform helps OEMs gain visibility into machine cybersecurity risk while supporting a secure-by-design approach throughout the product lifecycle. This tool minimizes engineering time and risk required to support compliance while simplifying the documentation process needed for regulatory requirements. What differentiates Rockwell Automation's approach to OEM cybersecurity? Rockwell Automation combines industrial automation expertise, OT cybersecurity technology, assessments, advisory services and machine-level visibility within a unified approach. This helps OEMs establish scalable cybersecurity programs that support secure-by-design development, ongoing vulnerability management, compliance documentation and machine lifecycle support. About Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. Rockwell Automation, Inc. 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 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to its customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how Rockwell Automation, Inc. is bringing the Connected Enterprise(R) to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com . SOURCE Rockwell Automation, Inc. Published October 29, 2026 About Rockwell Automation Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. Rockwell Automation, Inc. 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 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to its customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how Rockwell Automation, Inc. is bringing the Connected Enterprise(R) to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. About the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork Rockwell Automation believes Rockwell Automation, Inc. is better together - and Rockwell Automation, Inc. do its part by delivering an expansive, global partner ecosystem of market-leading technology, superior support and services, and an integrated and streamlined approach to business. Succeed on an international scale by utilizing its network's breadth of innovative technologies and services that no single vendor can provide alone. To learn more about how the PartnerNetwork is helping to deliver the value of The Connected Enterprise, visit PartnerNetwork Program.
Rockwell Automation showcases the path from automation to autonomy at SPS 2026. Vom nachrichtendienst. 27 Okt, 2026, 11:00 GMT Artikel teilen. Factory production line to demonstrate the future of industrial operations with autonomous decision-making across design, operation and maintenance DÜSSELDORF, Germany, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, will demonstrate how manufacturers can create more intelligent, flexible and secure operations at SPS 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany, November 24-26. Under the theme "From Automation to Autonomy," the company will showcase how industrial AI, software-defined automation (SDA) and cybersecurity can help manufacturers improve performance throughout the production lifecycle. In industrial operations, autonomy enables production systems to use real-time data, AI and software-driven control to support or automate decisions across engineering, operations and maintenance. Central to the stand will be the SOAP Factory (Smart, Orchestrated, Autonomous Production), a connected production environment showing how these capabilities work together across design, operation and maintenance. "Many manufacturers are being asked to increase productivity, improve resilience and respond faster to changing market demands, often while working within existing facilities and infrastructure," said Vincenzo Monaco, managing director DACH, Rockwell Automation. "The transition from automation to autonomy is about helping them make better decisions across the production lifecycle, using industrial AI, software-defined automation and cybersecurity to unlock greater value from the assets and investments they already have." Highlights at the Rockwell Automation booth include: * Industrial AI: Rockwell Automation will showcase the newly launched FactoryTalk(R) Conductor(TM), an AI-native orchestration platform that connects AI agents, skills, workflows and automation software to help engineers accelerate system design, development and testing, as part of its factory demonstration. The demonstration will illustrate how intelligent technologies can support decisions throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. Additional technologies on display include FactoryTalk(R) Design Studio(TM), a cloud-based engineering environment for designing and programming industrial control systems, and Emulate3D(TM) digital twin technology, which enable engineers to simulate and validate production systems before physical deployment. FactoryTalk(R) Analytics(TM) industrial analytics software, Fiix cloud-based maintenance management software and GuardianAI(TM) AI-powered predictive maintenance solution will also be featured, supporting predictive maintenance and data-driven operational decisions. A brownfield demonstration will show how existing production lines can be modernized without extensive equipment replacement. * Software-defined automation: As manufacturers seek greater flexibility, separating control software from hardware creates opportunities to simplify deployment and adapt production systems more quickly. Demonstrations featuring LogixEdge integrated industrial control and edge computing will explore how virtualized control brings IT and OT closer together. A flexible manufacturing demonstration will feature Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork(TM) companies autonox Robotics and Comau, which will show how multiple robot technologies can operate within a common control environment. * Cybersecurity and compliance: With the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), Machinery Regulation (MR) and NIS2 increasing the demands on manufacturers and machine builders, Rockwell Automation will demonstrate how cybersecurity can be integrated throughout industrial operations. Visitors will discover how SecureOT(TM) cybersecurity suite supports asset visibility, risk prioritization and vulnerability management, alongside secure-by-design approaches to industrial networks and regulatory compliance. Visitors are invited to booth 320 in hall 3C, where Rockwell Automation specialists will be available to discuss individual automation challenges and demonstrate integrated solutions developed with members of the company's PartnerNetwork(TM). Rockwell Automation will also contribute to this year's SPS conference program, presenting insights on software-defined automation and industrial cybersecurity on stage in hall 3C: * Gunther Sälzler, director of Software & Control North Region, Rockwell Automation, will join Prof. Dr. Martin Ruskowski, head of the Innovative Factory Systems Research Division at DFKI and chairman of SmartFactory-KL, for a panel discussion entitled "Software-Defined Automation: From Industrial Control to Autonomous Operations," on Tuesday, November 24, at 2:00 pm. * Stefan Turi, Cybersecurity Lead for OEM EMEA, Rockwell Automation, will present "From the Cyber Resilience Act to Business Success: Adding Value with CRA Readiness and SecureOT(TM)," on Wednesday, November 25, at 3:00 pm. More information on Rockwell Automation's presence at SPS 2026 can be found on the website. About Rockwell Automation 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 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2025. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com
Rockwell launches AI orchestration platform for factories. Thu, 22nd Oct 2026 Rockwell Automation has introduced FactoryTalk Conductor, an orchestration platform for industrial automation. The software is designed to connect AI agents, skills and workflows across engineering, operations and maintenance in manufacturing. It lets users start engineering tasks with natural-language prompts, then links the software tools, AI functions and workflows needed to complete them. At launch, it is set to integrate with Studio 5000 Logix Designer, Logix Echo, Emulate3D and FactoryTalk Optix. The release comes as manufacturers look for ways to move beyond isolated AI tools and connect them across broader processes. Rockwell cited its 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, which found that one-third of manufacturing operations are already AI-augmented. Industry shift Craig Resnick, Vice President at ARC Advisory Group, described the launch as part of a broader shift in industrial software. "The next phase of industrial AI will be defined by orchestration rather than individual copilots," said Craig Resnick, Vice President at ARC Advisory Group. "Manufacturers need AI technologies that can coordinate tasks across software systems, engineering tools and operational data. FactoryTalk Conductor reflects the industry's evolution toward agentic automation by bringing AI agents, workflows and industrial expertise together in a unified environment," Resnick said. According to Rockwell, the platform is intended to support system design, development, simulation and testing. Additional integrations are planned across its software range, including FactoryTalk Design Studio, FactoryTalk Historian, Plex and Fiix. The software is also intended to support different AI deployment models. Organisations will be able to use AI services hosted in FactoryTalk Hub or connect their preferred large or small language models, including locally hosted open-weight models. The approach is intended to help manufacturers meet internal AI governance requirements while managing operating costs linked to token consumption. Customers will also be able to create and deploy their own AI agents and skills alongside tools verified by Rockwell. Broader workflow Matheus Bulho, Senior Vice President of Software & Control at Rockwell Automation, said the platform combines orchestration with industrial domain knowledge. "What makes FactoryTalk Conductor unique is the combination of AI orchestration and trusted industrial expertise," said Matheus Bulho, Senior Vice President of Software & Control at Rockwell Automation. "Customers can leverage Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills, create capabilities tailored to their business, and connect AI across software, data and services. This creates a scalable foundation for accelerating engineering work while maintaining the standards required in industrial environments," Bulho said. Rockwell said the system is built to reduce complexity across software applications by allowing AI-led workflows to run across multiple tools rather than within a single program. It is also intended to help teams apply AI with greater confidence through company-developed integrations between software, data and services used in industrial operations. The announcement highlights a growing push by industrial technology suppliers to move AI from stand-alone assistants into systems that can manage multi-step engineering and operational work. For Rockwell, that means linking design, development, testing and verification environments through a single software layer. Rockwell employs about 26,000 people and operates in more than 100 countries.
Rockwell launches AI orchestration platform for factories. Thu, 22nd Oct 2026 Rockwell Automation has introduced FactoryTalk Conductor, an orchestration platform for industrial automation. The software is designed to connect AI agents, skills and workflows across engineering, operations and maintenance in manufacturing. It lets users start engineering tasks with natural-language prompts, then links the software tools, AI functions and workflows needed to complete them. At launch, it is set to integrate with Studio 5000 Logix Designer, Logix Echo, Emulate3D and FactoryTalk Optix. The release comes as manufacturers look for ways to move beyond isolated AI tools and connect them across broader processes. Rockwell cited its 2026 State of Smart Manufacturing Report, which found that one-third of manufacturing operations are already AI-augmented. Industry shift Craig Resnick, Vice President at ARC Advisory Group, described the launch as part of a broader shift in industrial software. "The next phase of industrial AI will be defined by orchestration rather than individual copilots," said Craig Resnick, Vice President at ARC Advisory Group. "Manufacturers need AI technologies that can coordinate tasks across software systems, engineering tools and operational data. FactoryTalk Conductor reflects the industry's evolution toward agentic automation by bringing AI agents, workflows and industrial expertise together in a unified environment," Resnick said. According to Rockwell, the platform is intended to support system design, development, simulation and testing. Additional integrations are planned across its software range, including FactoryTalk Design Studio, FactoryTalk Historian, Plex and Fiix. The software is also intended to support different AI deployment models. Organisations will be able to use AI services hosted in FactoryTalk Hub or connect their preferred large or small language models, including locally hosted open-weight models. The approach is intended to help manufacturers meet internal AI governance requirements while managing operating costs linked to token consumption. Customers will also be able to create and deploy their own AI agents and skills alongside tools verified by Rockwell. Broader workflow Matheus Bulho, Senior Vice President of Software & Control at Rockwell Automation, said the platform combines orchestration with industrial domain knowledge. "What makes FactoryTalk Conductor unique is the combination of AI orchestration and trusted industrial expertise," said Matheus Bulho, Senior Vice President of Software & Control at Rockwell Automation. "Customers can leverage Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills, create capabilities tailored to their business, and connect AI across software, data and services. This creates a scalable foundation for accelerating engineering work while maintaining the standards required in industrial environments," Bulho said. Rockwell said the system is built to reduce complexity across software applications by allowing AI-led workflows to run across multiple tools rather than within a single program. It is also intended to help teams apply AI with greater confidence through company-developed integrations between software, data and services used in industrial operations. The announcement highlights a growing push by industrial technology suppliers to move AI from stand-alone assistants into systems that can manage multi-step engineering and operational work. For Rockwell, that means linking design, development, testing and verification environments through a single software layer. Rockwell employs about 26,000 people and operates in more than 100 countries.
Rockwell Automation expands FactoryTalk Conductor with NVIDIA Nemotron support. Manufacturers gain additional deployment flexibility for industrial AI orchestration through support for NVIDIA Nemotron models MILWAUKEE, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), the world's largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced support for NVIDIA Nemotron open models within FactoryTalk(R) Conductor(TM), its AI-native orchestration platform for industrial automation. Building on the recent introduction of FactoryTalk Conductor, support for NVIDIA Nemotron models expands deployment flexibility for manufacturers adopting industrial AI. The open-source approach enables organizations to keep engineering and production data within their own environments while leveraging Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills to automate complex workflows with greater control over infrastructure, governance and cost. "Manufacturers want to adopt AI in ways that align with their business, technology and governance requirements," said Matheus Bulho, SVP, software & control, Rockwell Automation. "Support for NVIDIA Nemotron models gives customers another option for deploying FactoryTalk Conductor using open-source AI technology while maintaining control of their data and infrastructure. Combined with Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills, organizations can apply trusted industrial expertise across engineering workflows and scale AI with confidence." FactoryTalk Conductor enables users to initiate engineering tasks through natural language interactions and intelligently coordinates the software, AI capabilities and workflows needed to complete them. By combining AI orchestration with Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills, the platform helps manufacturers accelerate engineering activities while maintaining the standards, governance and reliability required in industrial environments. Key benefits of NVIDIA Nemotron support include: * Expanded AI deployment flexibility to align with enterprise AI strategies * Additional options for customers seeking greater control over AI infrastructure and model management * Support for scalable AI-powered workflows across industrial automation software and engineering processes * Continued access to Rockwell-verified agents and skills alongside customer-developed capabilities. Looking ahead, Rockwell Automation envisions FactoryTalk Conductor helping manufacturers move toward agent-driven engineering workflows, where AI agents can execute increasingly complex activities across software environments while engineers remain responsible for oversight, validation and critical decisions. Combined with support for NVIDIA Nemotron models and Rockwell Automation-verified agents and skills, the platform is designed to help manufacturers scale AI in a manner aligned with industrial requirements for governance, security and reliability. Additional information about FactoryTalk Conductor can be found at www.rockwellautomation.com. About Rockwell Automation 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 26,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries as of fiscal year end 2026. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise(R) to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. SOURCE Rockwell Automation, Inc.