Second Shift Supervisor, Atlas Data Operations at Boston Dynamics

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Robotics, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Prior experience coaching and optionally managing individuals in a professional environment such as retail, construction, manufacturing, or logistics
  • Data analysis skills, such as reviewing KPIs, building or using dashboards, and constructing spreadsheets
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills (email, chat, Jira, slide decks, and documents)
  • Demonstrated history of operational excellence and continuous improvement
  • Ideal: Prior exposure to robotics, VR, and/or networking and IT technology
  • Ideal: Experience with Google Workspace, Jira, and other tools

Responsibilities

  • Plan shift assignments based on data demand and personnel and equipment availability
  • Train associates through structured learning programs and on-the-floor coaching
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols
  • Build and maintain physical space in cooperation with facilities and IT
  • Analyze and report shift performance to other stakeholders
  • Identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement, and develop corrective actions
  • Develop and deploy new SOPs to the rest of the team
  • Trial new software, hardware, or processes in a hands-on manner (e.g., test out a new VR device and provide feedback to the engineering team)
  • Execute a team of Data Operations associates from 3pm-11pm weekdays on-site in Waltham, MA, meeting KPIs including hours of data collected/shift, yield and quality rate of data collected, and ensuring strong safety and operational excellence

Skills

Data Analysis
KPIs
Dashboards
Spreadsheets
Google Workspace
Jira
Robotics
VR
Networking
IT Technology
Safety Protocols
SOPs
Operational Excellence

Boston Dynamics

Develops advanced robots for industrial applications

About Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics creates advanced robots that enhance human capabilities and safety, focusing on legged robots with high mobility, dexterity, and intelligence. Their flagship products, Spot and Pick, are designed for commercial, industrial, and research applications, performing tasks that are dangerous or physically demanding for humans. Spot, for example, is a 65-pound robot that can navigate complex terrains and avoid obstacles autonomously using built-in AI. Unlike many competitors, Boston Dynamics emphasizes responsible use of their robots, limiting sales to commercial and research clients and ensuring high-quality standards through domestic manufacturing. The company's goal is to improve safety and efficiency across various industries while exploring future consumer applications.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1992Year Founded
$38.8MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Robotics & Automation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Competition from affordable Chinese robotics could pressure market share and pricing.
Layoffs indicate potential financial or strategic challenges impacting future innovation.
Collaboration with multiple stakeholders may lead to strategic misalignments.

Differentiation

Boston Dynamics excels in creating robots with advanced mobility and dexterity.
Their robots are designed for unstructured environments, enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
Spot and Atlas are pioneering robots in digital transformation and mobile manipulation.

Upsides

Collaboration with Toyota and Hyundai boosts AI-powered humanoid robot development.
Patent resolution with Ghost Robotics opens collaboration on robotics policy and technology.
AI advancements in Atlas position Boston Dynamics as a humanoid robot market leader.

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