Shift Supervisor, Robot Operations

Shift Supervisor, Robot Operations (All Shifts)
Palo Alto & San Carlos, CA (onsite)

Shifts: Panama schedule (12-hour shifts; day or night)

About 1X

We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

The Role
As a Shift Supervisor at 1X, you will lead a team of Robot Operators to ensure efficient workflows, high-quality data collection, and consistent operational performance during your shift. This hands-on role requires proactive problem-solving, real-time coordination, and strong leadership to support smooth and effective robot operations. You will play a vital role in supporting 1X’s mission as we transition from R&D to full-scale manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• 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

Requirements

• Experience in a leadership or coordination role within operations, logistics, or a similar field

• Proven experience working cross-functionally with teams including (but not limited to) engineering, service, and prototype

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to guide, support, and influence a team

• Proactive problem-solving ability and sound decision-making under pressure

• Experience creating, reviewing, and maintaining documentation, SOPs, and training materials

• Comfort using dashboards and KPIs to inform decision-making and performance management

• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety standards

• Dependability and flexibility to work varied shifts

• High school diploma or equivalent; training or certifications in operations or leadership is a plus

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: $80,000 – $115,000 + Equity

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer
1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.