Shift Supervisor jobs in United States, California, Palo Alto

Optimus Technicians within the Humanoid AI Robot team work side by side with Engineers to support and sustain the research and development of our prototype robots and sub-systems. You’ll be building/repairing the first iterations of the machines that make the machines, including highly actuated and electronically/computationally dense robots.

You will have a blend of hands-on builds and responsibilities around analysis, testing, and documentation. Projects are open ended and often with limited up front guidance. The successful candidate for this position must have a broad background in Mechatronics, Industrial, and/or Automotive, Precision Medical Device, Maintenance, and Testing. Must be a self-starter and efficiently work independently as well as in team environments.

• Work with Engineers to fabricate, assemble, and integrate mobile robot prototypes, including mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, wire harnesses, etc.
• Develop test plans and test systems, including building of assembly jigs and test/validation systems
• Collaborate with Engineering teams to root cause and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
• Provide detailed written & verbal test status updates to key stakeholders. Provide daily bot inspections and shift pass down reports to key stakeholders
• Maintain a clean and organized lab, ensuring that it is well-stocked with the tools, components, and materials needed to sustain bot
• Supporting bench-top electrical system builds and testing, including obtaining and tracking
• Support low volume prototype part builds and testing, including development of SOP, training modules, and repair for serviceability

• 3+ years of experience as an Engineering Technician in fields of: Robotics, Automotive Service, precision medical devices, R&D, and Manufacturing
• Previous hands-on experience with hand and power tools, high & low voltage systems, wire harnesses assembly and repair, mechanical components, electro-mechanical devices, soldering irons, wire crimping tools, DMM multi-meters, and oscilloscopes
• Able to interpret drawings and 3D CAD, and able to read mechanical & electrical drawing diagram-schematics; harness drawings and create a harness from scratch. Experience in CAD (ex. CATIA, SolidWorks) and/or electrical design (ex. Altium), fabrication /machining, 3D printing, and laser cutting equipment are preferred but not required. Must be able to use spreadsheet tools (ex. Microsoft Office) and Project Management Software: JIRA. Python knowledge a plus
• Understanding and creating work instructions SOP for service repair, installation, part rework, various tools, hardware components and test equipment
• Analytical problem solving skills & FA root cause analysis, troubleshooting and detailed lab reporting
• Must be able lift 37 lbs., be able to climb ladders and work in 24/7 shifts coverage
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to other Bay Area locations as needed and daily regional driving. Driver's license required

• Physical introduction and systematic configuration of new or changing materials in production on schedule with implementation dates
• Assisting in the implementation on new PC processes (e.g., sequencing of materials), often required to complete additional reworks such as repackaging in addition to creating proper Tesla packaging labels with part number, home location, and quantity as NPI materials frequently come in with missing information
• Supporting special projects for PC, NPI, Pilot, or Process: WH layout and design, signage, labeling, rack installation, procurement, removal, and/or demo
• Component validation and kitting for engineering build requests and programs and removal of obsolete material in accordance with part specific disposition instructions
• Provided support for ALL Tesla team members by escalating any identified discrepancies or quality issues when trial parts are needed to be delivered, stored, changed, or removed
• Being an agent of change: Responding to emails, answering questions, and an overall source of information relating to change
• Will be placed in specific warehouse site as primary location; however, must be willing to work in all NPI Warehouse sites around Fremont, 901 Page, Deer Creek, 3000 Hanover, Hayward

• Advanced understanding of general warehousing operations and Tesla systems; computer skills are required – Microsoft Excel, Outlook, MFS, WARP, TMS, etc.
  
• Effective Communication: Proficiency of the English language, both written and verbal
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work to successfully accomplish job duties
• Forklift and additional warehouse mobile equipment experience required
• Ability to perform repetitious duties while standing for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 30-50lbs. daily

• Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
• Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
• Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
• Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
• Analyze and report on data collected during shift
• Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
• Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
• Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner

• Must be able to walk 7+ hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs. of various types of equipment
• Height between 5'7" and 5’11" as role requires the use of motion capture suits
• Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time. Note that the use of VR headsets or working in a virtual environment can be disorienting and uncomfortable for some people, which can result in VR sickness symptoms
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
• Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day + overtime when needed
• Experience using VR equipment a plus

• Plan and coordinate data collection schedules and activities across workflows and locations
• Monitor equipment health and performance, and be a point of contact between the data collection/engineering/technician teams
• Review/Approve operator timecards/expense reports/travel requests and schedule shifts for Data Collection Operators
• Monitor data collection metrics and use them to inform operator performance management
• Conduct regular data audits to identify and correct errors or discrepancies
• Recommend and implement process improvements or new tools to enhance data collection efficiency

• Experience managing and motivating hourly teams and ability to match project tasks with opportunities for employee development
• Strong problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for quickly learning systems
• Proven track record executing and meeting sensitive deadlines
• Experience managing multiple competing projects with limited resources and highly flexible attitude that adapts to rapid changes in a growing environment
• Understand when to delegate and allocate responsibilities to manage projects end-to-end
• Strong communication and presentation skills - can explain complicated topics and ideas in a clear and concise manner

• Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
• Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
• Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
• Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
• Analyze and report on data collected during shift
• Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
• Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
• Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner

• Must be able to walk 7+ hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs.
• Height between 5'6" and 6' as role requires the use of motion capture suits
• Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time. Note that the use of VR headsets or working in a virtual environment can be disorienting and uncomfortable for some people, which can result in VR sickness symptoms
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
• Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day + overtime when needed
• Experience using VR equipment a plus

• Walk a pre-determined test route daily for data collection
• Wear a motion capture suit and Virtual Reality headset while performing designated movements and actions based on project requirements
• Start/stop recording devices and perform minor equipment and software debugging
• Provide feedback on the performance of the equipment
• Analyze and report on data collected during shift
• Upload data collected and write daily reports detailing observations and issues
• Ensure assigned equipment is in proper and safe working condition and safely transported to various collection sites
• Communicate with leadership when issues arise that need addressing in a timely manner

• Must be able to walk 7+ hours a day while carrying up to 30 lbs. of various types of equipment
• Height between 5'7" and 5’11" as role requires the use of motion capture suits
• Ability to wear and operate a motion capture suit and VR headset for extended periods of time. Note that the use of VR headsets or working in a virtual environment can be disorienting and uncomfortable for some people, which can result in VR sickness symptoms
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation, body coordination, and kinesthetic awareness and ability to walk up/downstairs
• Must have the ability to stand, sit, walk, stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and twist throughout the day
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time and daily regional driving
• Ability to work a flexible schedule: day/night shift and 1 weekend day + overtime when needed
• Experience using VR equipment a plus