Warehouse Automation Shift Manager

About the role

Lead daily site operations for a robotic material-handling system, ensuring reliable performance across safety, quality, staffing, and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team staffing and coordinate daily operational activities for the robotic automation environment.
• Maintain strict safety standards and address operational risks in an active automation facility.
• Ensure quality expectations are met and investigate issues to drive corrective actions.
• Monitor system performance and operational KPIs; use data to improve outcomes.
• Coach and develop employees to strengthen skills, accountability, and performance.
• Respond to operational problems and support troubleshooting and resolution.
• Partner with customer management to align on expectations and drive operational excellence.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience in site operations, manufacturing, or automation environments.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to enforce compliance in a hands-on facility setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience coaching and developing teams.
• Comfort working in an automation facility, including climbing stairs and working at heights.