Shift Manager, Robot Operations Job at 1X Technologies (Palo Alto & San Carlos)

Pilot Manager

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid ...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

140000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years experience leading a highly skilled team in a fast paced environment, including hiring, performance managing, and mentoring junior team members
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Experience operating and troubleshooting early-stage technologies
Excellent communication skills especially using data
Able to work well under pressure while managing competing, time-sensitive demands
Proficiency in Google Workspace (e.g., Sheets) and operational management tools

Job Responsibility

Build, train and lead Figure’s Pilot team, providing direction, guidance, and support to ensure the achievement of data collection goals and targets
Manage day-to-day frontline operations, ensuring smooth workflows and high uptime
Accountable for data collection performance metrics
Be the point of contact for setting up new projects, resolving issues, and providing regular updates on data collection projects
Develop onboarding and ongoing training documentation for new hires. Train and mentor team members to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively
Promote a culture of safety, including proper use of equipment and adherence to safety procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve teleoperation issues, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance to operational procedures
May involve standing for long periods, supervising shifts, and responding to urgent operational issues
May require travel to offsite collection locations

Fulltime

Shift Supervisor, Robot Operations

As a Shift Supervisor at 1X, you will lead a team of Robot Operators to ensure e...

Location

United States , Palo Alto

Salary:

38.00 - 55.00 USD / Hour

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in a leadership or coordination role within operations, logistics, or a similar field
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to guide and support a team
Proactive problem-solving ability and sound decision-making under pressure
High attention to detail and a commitment to quality standards
Dependability and flexibility to work varied shifts
High school diploma or equivalent
training or certifications in operations or leadership is a plus

Job Responsibility

Lead and coordinate Robot Operators during your shift to maintain productivity and data collection standards
Serve as the primary point of contact for shift operators, resolving issues and escalating when needed
Monitor adherence to data collection protocols and ensure high-quality operational output
Facilitate smooth shift transitions with clear updates on progress, issues, and priorities
Conduct regular checks to ensure operators have the tools and resources needed
Assist in onboarding and training new team members to ensure quick ramp-up
Maintain records of shift performance, including data collected and issues encountered
Recommend process improvements to the Shift Manager
Enforce safety and operational procedures to ensure a secure work environment
Work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Equity

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Production

As Senior Manager of Production, you will lead the teams responsible for buildin...

Location

United States , Hayward, California

Salary:

140000.00 - 230000.00 USD / Year

1X Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
7+ years of management experience in a precision manufacturing environment (e.g., MedTech, microelectronics, avionics, or micro-assembly consumer electronics)
Experience scaling large teams from production ramp-up through mature operations
Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes, systems integration, and hardware requirements
Proven ability in budget planning and cost management to balance quality, output, and efficiency
Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing principles and efficiency methods

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage production teams of 100+ staff per shift
Partner with engineering teams to align product development with manufacturability and production goals
Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives to optimize efficiency across the shop floor
Collaborate with supply chain, quality assurance, and automation engineering to ensure production scalability and resilience
Establish, monitor, and drive KPIs across yield, throughput, OEE, first-pass quality, and cost per unit
Lead production capacity planning and organizational development to support growth at scale
Promote and enforce a safe working environment with adherence to safety regulations and practices
Ensure high-rate production by meeting demanding schedules while adapting to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Encourage creative problem-solving while ensuring compliance with safety, documentation, and quality standards
Implement and maintain machine upkeep schedules and spare parts availability to maximize uptime and output performance

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Fulltime

Studio Lead, Robotics Operations

You'll run our robotics operations facility end-to-end. That means owning the P&...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Encord

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Operations Leadership: 5+ years in operations, including 3+ years managing managers
Builder Mentality: You've created processes from scratch—SOPs, training programs, performance systems
Data-Driven: Comfortable with dashboards, KPIs, and root cause analysis
Executive Presence: Clear communicator who can present to leadership, handle tough client conversations, and rally a team
International Mobility: Willing to travel internationally and relocate to launch future facilities
Want real ownership—not a cog-in-the-machine corporate role
Get energy from building teams and watching people grow
Are comfortable with ambiguity and figuring things out as you go
See this as a step toward senior operations or GM leadership

Job Responsibility

Own facility performance
SLAs, quality metrics, client satisfaction
Build and refine SOPs, escalation paths, and quality standards
Manage the facility budget
Find ways to improve margins without sacrificing quality
Ensure 7-day coverage through smart workforce planning
Hire, develop, and retain Shift Managers
Own the full talent pipeline: recruiting partnerships, hiring, onboarding, training
Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and ownership
Document everything—your processes will be the blueprint for future facilities

What we offer

Competitive salary and equity in a hyper growth business
18 days annual leave a year + public holidays
Annual learning and development budget
Paid trips to visit prospects, attend conferences, host events across UK, Europe and US
Company lunches twice a week
Monthly socials & bi-annual off-sites

Fulltime

New

Humanoid Robot Operator

As a Humanoid Robot Operator, you'll have the unique opportunity to work directl...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

25.00 - 35.00 USD / Hour

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Willingness to own the operations of the humanoid and drive proper functioning of the robot
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrate sustained focus and attention while performing assigned tasks
Experience working with robots or troubleshooting mechanical systems
Can stand 8+ hours a day and physically manage humanoid hardware
Embrace constructive feedback and strive for constant improvement
Thrive in a fast paced environment
5 day workweek with a mandatory weekend shift and 2 days off

Job Responsibility

Be responsible for the humanoid robot operating successfully for the Customer use case
Run the robot constantly throughout the day/midevening, identifying bugs and problems
Track, document, and escalate issues to the appropriate engineering teams using Jira
May wear teleoperation equipment and guide the robot through designated behaviors
Ensure work areas meet organizational cleanliness and organization standards
Adhere to all safety procedures related to robot operation and teleoperation equipment
Follow proper equipment and robot maintenance procedures, including bring-up and shutdown

Fulltime

Vp of Manufacturing

Peak Nano is in need of an experienced VP of Manufacturing looking to join a cut...

Location

United States , Valley View, OH

Salary:

Not provided

Peak Nano

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (specifically in mechanical, electrical, maintenance, robotics, etc.)
10+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing leadership, facilities construction and maintenance & safety management
EH&S leadership experience
Experience overseeing large capital equipment and facilities
Ability to work independently and drive projects to completion.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
US Citizenship

Job Responsibility

Oversee Plant construction and equipment installation: interface with facility developer and construction teams to ensure on-time/on budget delivery
Recruiting: identify and recruit a team to manage production including manufacturing engineers, shift leaders and operators.
Capital Management: Oversee Installation, commissioning, and lead operation of nanolayer coextrusion lines and facility equipment
Manage Plant Operations: Direct and coordinate all aspects of plant operations, including production, maintenance, and logistics
Accountable for Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety regulations (OSHA, etc.) and environmental standards (EPA)
Production Efficiency: Develop manufacturing output goals
Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control systems to ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements.
Equipment Maintenance: Accountable to Build/execute preventative maintenance and repair plans
Inventory Management: Manage inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies for production while minimizing storage costs

Fulltime

New

Humanoid Robot Operator

As a Humanoid Robot Operator, you'll have the unique opportunity to work directl...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

27.00 - 37.00 USD / Hour

Figure

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Willingness to own the operations of the humanoid and drive proper functioning of the robot
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrate sustained focus and attention while performing assigned tasks
Experience working with robots or troubleshooting mechanical systems
Can stand 8+ hours a day and physically manage humanoid hardware
Embrace constructive feedback and strive for constant improvement
Thrive in a fast paced environment
5 day workweek with a mandatory weekend shift and 2 days off

Job Responsibility

Be responsible for the humanoid robot operating successfully for the Customer use case
Run the robot constantly throughout the day/midevening, identifying bugs and problems
Track, document, and escalate issues to the appropriate engineering teams using Jira
May wear teleoperation equipment and guide the robot through designated behaviors
Ensure work areas meet organizational cleanliness and organization standards
Adhere to all safety procedures related to robot operation and teleoperation equipment
Follow proper equipment and robot maintenance procedures, including bring-up and shutdown

Fulltime

New

Fleet Attendant

Starship Technologies is revolutionizing deliveries with autonomous robots. Thes...

Location

United States , Brookings

Salary:

Not provided

Starship Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Excited to work with robots and technology
Interested to be part of something totally new and inspirational
Responsible and happy to be a representative of Starship
Independent, ready to take initiative in unexpected situations
Able to work independently indoors/outdoors
Excellent in spoken and written communication in English
It will be beneficial if you have experience working with electronics
Has the ability to use hand and power tools (screwdriver, Pliers, Torx, dremel, drill) or is willing to learn
Someone who has availability for weekend shifts, morning and/or evening shifts are highly preferred
Movement ability to frequent usage of wrists, hands and finger dexterity to movements such as constant typing, as well full-body exertion while wrangling the robot fleet

Job Responsibility

Cleaning and detailing of our robot fleet so that robots look great, inside and out
Responsible for operational service. You will be accountable for ensuring robots are in service, sanity and fully charged. You’ll deploy the robots to or return from your service area as needed with clean liners and all necessary equipment
Transporting the robot to delivery areas by ebike or foot (which may include some occasional lifting of up to 70 lbs)
Perform weekly Merchant Preflights to understand any service-related issues, provide operational and general troubleshooting assistance related to Starship-provided devices, and act as a Starship brand representative while in this client-facing role
Assisting robots in unexpected situations across the campus, reporting any issues to the onsite team
Helping sustain the health of the robots through basic maintenance and troubleshooting both in the field and in the hub
Maintaining our hub-based warehouse and conducting regular inventories
Remote (online) training will be provided upon completion of hiring/onboarding for one week. Onsite training to follow after with a Robot Technician, Operations Manager, or a designated Trainer
Other duties as assigned

What we offer

Summers off! This is a seasonal role! Having a seasonal position gives you flexibility to take time off during our off-season in the summer months of May through July
Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company
Chance to be part of a potential next unicorn company!

Parttime

Shift Manager, Robot Operations

1X Technologies

Location:
United States , Palo Alto & San Carlos

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
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Salary:

Job Description:

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Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

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