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Process Automation Leader (Neenah, WI, US, 54956)

Min Experience

5 years

Location

Neenah, Wisconsin, United States

JobType

full-time

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Overview

About the role

Requisition #: 20476
Functional Area: Innovation; Research & Development
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Options: In Office / Partial Remote from Neenah/Appleton/Oshkosh area #LI-Hybrid
Work Hours: 7:30 - 4:00pm

Position Summary

Are you a hands-on technical innovator with a natural curiosity for how things work—and how they can work better? If so, J. J. Keller is hiring a Process Automation Leader to drive the technical design and development of automation proof-of-concepts and solutions from idea through implementation. This role partners closely with business units, BPI teams, and technology stakeholders to identify opportunities and deliver impactful results.

The Process Automation Leader is specifically focused on leveraging Business Process Automation (BPA), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Machine Learning (ML) / Artificial Intelligence (AI) to increase internal workforce efficiency by reducing or eliminating manual processes. Acting as a strategic advisor and advocate, this role helps shape automation architecture while staying ahead of rapidly evolving technologies. Success requires a blend of strong technical aptitude, analytical thinking, and a curiosity-driven mindset to explore new approaches, test assumptions, and continuously improve how work gets done.

Job Responsibilities

Builds relationships to gain an understanding of internal processes with guidance from customers, departments/business units, BPI teams, and general subject matter experts to identify inefficient process and waste with opportunities for automation.
Develops project list and prioritizes across the business based on opportunities.
Provides guidance on relevant RPA/BPA/ML/AI technologies and sets the direction for best approach for prioritized scenarios deemed as candidates for automation improvement.
Champions/advocates for automation broadly across the business and communicates success.
Leads and develops enhanced solutions using appropriate technology to solve for automation needs.
Analyzes current automation footprint to understand and evaluate success or need for improvement, resulting in a reduction of FTE hours.
Builds data visualizations to communicate broad and complex data in simple, relevant, actionable ways.
Builds relationships with third party vendors of relevant automation technologies to build POCs to qualify new technologies. Shares learnings and recommendations with receiving departments/business units and technical associates.
Builds and communicates vision and strategy as the landscape of Automation / ML / AI shifts to stay in front of the technology.
Communicates with third party vendors, end users, customers and internal product stakeholders on systems requirements, enhancements, and recommendations to support business direction.
Develops and maintains a solid understanding of the technology tools and trends and remains current in new technology developments and their potential impact on the department.

Qualifications

Experience

5+ years of progressive experience in analysis, technical design, coding, then testing and simulation of applications, with at least 3 years in automation technologies including ML/AI.
Experience working with RPA/BPA tools such as Quickbase.
Experience with relational database design desirable.
Experience with API design and RESTful API Design / web services desirable.
Experience building applications with Microsoft Azure desirable.
Experience mentoring others and organizations on technical issues.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or technology-related field preferred, demonstrated success and experience will be considered in leu of formal education.

Computer Skills

Command of process automation tools.
Working knowledge of programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, C#, Python.
Working knowledge of ML / AI tools desirable.
Understanding of SQL Server development and database structures.

Other Requirements

Advanced MS Excel skills, such as macros and pivot tables.
Ability to learn and utilize a variety of software applications. Strong technical aptitude.
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Solid written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels.
Systems analysis and design skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate technical and non-technical issues with customers, vendors, and product stakeholders at various levels.

Internal J. J. Keller experience requirements may vary from those for external candidates, with consideration given to demonstrated performance, institutional knowledge, and career progression within the organization.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time.

We Protect People & The Businesses They Run™

Every associate at J. J. Keller makes a difference by creating safer, more respectful workplaces. Whether serving our customers directly with expertise in safety and regulatory compliance or supporting the business with specialized skills, together we contribute to better workplaces for people across North America.

J. J. Keller History: November 1, 2023, marked 70 years of business for J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Click HERE to take a tour through three generations of this family-owned business – from our founding as a one-man consulting firm through decades of delivering on our purpose of protecting people and the businesses they run.

J. J. Keller Career Stories: Click HERE to hear from our associates about what they have to say about life as an associate at J. J. Keller.

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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

About the company

J. J. Keller is the trusted source for DOT Transportation, OSHA Workplace Safety, Construction and Human Resources (HR) products and services. Our regulatory experts have years of experience helping companies meet their safety and compliance needs.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

SQL

HTML

Python

ML/AI tools

RESTful API

Azure

SQL Server