Logistics Lead at Rockwell Automation in Kitchener, Ontario, CA

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 ensure legal compliance and provide import/export administration and control within government rules and regulations, including appropriate licencing for shipments. Review contracts for required clauses and identifies omissions. Work with internal and external customers, foreign order administration, freight forwarders, customs officers and other departments to ensure coordination and logistics of shipment. Select carrier/forwarder for shipment of products and prepare documents for freight forwarders. You will report to the Logistics and Inventory Manager and work onsite in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. You will be onsite 5 days a week 7:30am - 4:30PM.

Your Responsibilities:

• Run daily standups and set clear priorities.
• Shipping, receiving, picking, packing, and material handling.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance requirements.
• Experience with transportation regulations, customs/export documentation, and general logistics processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Work with ERP systems for transactions and recordkeeping.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• High School Diploma/GED or 4 years equivalent work experience.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada 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:

• 4 years equivalent work experience.
• Experience coordinating international freight (air, ocean, LTL/FTL, small parcel).
• Knowledge of TDG regulations (Class 9 and 8) and Dangerous Goods documentation.
• Experience preparing export documentation such as commercial invoices, bills of lading, CERS declarations, and DG declarations.
• Event or demo logistics for off‑site or global events.
• Experience collaborating cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Production, Sales, and Customer Service.
• Crating and packaging experience using power tools, rigging, hoisting, and forklifts.
• Experience monitoring shipment tracking and resolving delays or compliance risks.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with experience supporting process optimization.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance including Medical and Dental
• Health Care Spending Account (HCSA – dependent on the plan chosen)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plans
• Paid Time off
• Volunteering Time off
• Employer Savings Plan Matching (includes RRSP, TFSA, and EPSP)
• Employer Paid DC Pension
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

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

For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $55,360 - $83,040 with an annual target bonus of 4% of base salary. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

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 candidate for this or other roles.

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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 (519) 618-4899.