Operations Supervisor
Dallas, Texas
Operations /
Full Time /
On-site
About Nimble
Nimble is a robotics and AI startup founded from the AI labs at Stanford and Carnegie Mellon. We’re pioneering the way robots learn to grasp and manipulate any object.
Our ultimate goal is to enable the dark warehouse, a fully automated eCommerce fulfillment center with swarms of intelligent, cloud-connected robots to enable affordable same-day fulfillment for every retailer, large and small. In the process we aim to create one of the world’s most valuable robotics companies.
We’re backed by the world’s most prestigious investors as well as AI and robotics legends like Marc Raibert (Founder of Boston Dynamics), Fei-Fei Li (Chief Scientist of AI at Google, Director of Stanford’s AI lab), and Sebastian Thrun (Founder of Google X, Waymo, Kitty Hawk, and Udacity)!
Nimble's Core Values:
1) Be relentlessly resourceful - Find a way to make the impossible, possible. Do whatever it takes.
2) Be legendary - Be the best at whatever it is that you do. Leave your mark. Motivate and inspire others.
3) Be humble - Leave your ego behind. Have a growth mindset. Learn and improve yourself every day.
4) Be dependable - Take ownership and deliver. Be loyal to your team and Nimble's mission.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the efficient day to day operations of the warehouse with emphasis on achieving daily production goals, training and developing hourly associates and making recommendations for system improvements.
Responsibilities
- Operations Management
- Oversee daily production for Nimble’s operations. Hours can be 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift based on operational needs
- Communicate effectively with team to support facility production goals on a hourly basis
- Develops and implements shipping and receiving work schedules and assignments to assure effective and efficient operations to meet goals
- Provides direct supervision to warehouse personnel matching skill and background of personnel to work required.
- Supervises all inbound and outbound shipments to ensure they are correct and carried out in a timely fashion
- Ensures that equipment is utilized in the most efficient manner
- Coordinates the maintenance of equipment with management
- Reviews the daily work objective and determines productivity requirements to produce during the shift to meet the overall building objectives
- Partners with other leaders to balance labor ensuring appropriate levels of staffing
- Drafts and submits daily end of shift report
- Makes recommendations to management on initiatives and programs to improve operations and works on those programs
- Document robot maintenance issues
- Employee Relations/Development
- Conducts the daily pre-shift meetings covering previous shifts productivity, operational problems, forecasting workload and any other pertinent company information
- Assists in developing a program to train and motivate personnel for increased effectiveness
- Assists in developing a program for all new personnel and ensures the onboarding program is followed
- Manages and maintains good human resources practices with direct reports, and adherence to established corporate and department policies and procedures
- Works with Management and Human Resources to resolve employee relation issues, discipline actions, problem resolution and terminations
- Provides feedback, coaching, guidance, and recognition to enhance personnel’s skill development
- Plays an active role in employee development and talent selection.
- Provides regular coaching and constructive feedback on performance, prepares and delivers hourly performance reviews
- Maintains accurate timekeeping records
- Exhibits a commitment to self-development by staying current on information, tools, and systems
- Safety and Security
- Ensures the safe, clean and efficient operation of the warehouse to meet service standards
- Supports all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all employees
- Follows documented processes for reporting, analyzing, and following up on employee injuries and accidents.
- Ensures employees complete a daily pre-flight and reviews daily
Basic Qualifications
- 3 or more years of experience working in warehouse, highly automated, e-commerce environments preferred
- Working knowledge of google suite
- Working knowledge of WMS systems
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations
- Dedicated, hard working and quick learner
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment involving quickly changing priorities and ability to handle stressful situations
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience approving payroll time
- Basic knowledge of warehouse/mechanical equipment
- Forklift certified
- Understanding of performance metrics, process improvement, 5S and Lean tools
Additional Requirements
- Must be able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours
- Lift and move boxes/totes of up to 50 pounds
- Regular bending, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head
- Warehouse environment with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation
Culture
We embrace challenges and strive to make the impossible possible each day. We’re not in this to do what’s easy or to be mediocre. We want to create something legendary and leave our mark on the world. We’re ambitious, we’re gritty, we’re humble and we’re relentlessly resourceful in pursuit of our goals. If this sounds like you then you might be a great fit!
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Nimble Robotics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local laws.
NIMBLE’S BENEFITS
Flexible PTO
Enjoy the time you need to travel, rejuvenate, and connect with friends and family.
Health Insurance
Nimble provides medical, dental, and vision insurance through several premier plans and options to support you and your family.
Paid Parental Leave
Enjoy paid bonding time following a birth.
Commuter Benefits
Take the stress out of commuting with access to fully-paid parking spots.
Referral Bonus
Get a cash bonus for any friend or colleagues that you refer to us that we end up hiring.
401k
Contribute towards a 401k
Equity
Be an owner in Nimble through our equity program.
