Full-Time

Production Supervisor

Posted on 8/29/2024

Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops advanced robots for industrial applications

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

Waltham, MA, USA

Office location in Waltham, MA.

Category
Production Planning & Scheduling
Quality Control & Compliance
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Salesforce
JIRA
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 4-6 years of previous work experience in Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering
  • Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with a proven track record of lean / six sigma
  • Basic knowledge/understanding of theory of constraints
  • Previous experience supervising technician level employees and experience in operations management
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Access)
Responsibilities
  • Ensure production schedules are communication, tracked and executed cost-effectively
  • Workforce planning and forecasting to ensure team needs are met
  • Organize relevant training programs as needed to ensure minimum training and skill levels are defined and assessed across the team.
  • Coordinate with cross functional teams to build and expand team as required
  • Track time and attendance for all direct reports
  • Assist with the area layout and flow management of the Spot Production area
  • Identification of overhead expenses, cost avoidance and other cost-savings opportunities.
  • Work closely with Fulfillment to ensure customer requirements are met
  • Ensure full compliance of company policies and procedures
  • Utilize Jira to successfully track and coordinate resolution of all man, method, machine and material issues in a timely manner by swarming issues as they arise.
  • Coach, develop and train team members on all daily production needs
  • Provide status reports and communicate processes
  • Ensure all safety and health standards are met to keep the production environment safe
  • Communicate weekly production status to stakeholders
  • Support team by creating and editing work orders. Support cross functionally by troubleshooting and resolving issues within salesforce.
  • Ensure your team executes work orders and other ERP transactions correctly and in a timely fashion
  • Supervise FAT, ensuring the correct process is followed from production, FAT and repair.
  • Coordinate with service for delivery of forecasted demand is delivered
  • Support NPI by helping coordinate events and ensure production plans are maintained
  • Work closely with cross functional teams including but not limited to Quality, Engineering, and other production team members to ensure a clear communication of process and high standards are maintained at all times.

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.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$38.8M

Headquarters

Waltham, Massachusetts

Founded

1992

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 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.

What critics are saying

  • 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.

What makes Boston Dynamics unique

  • 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.

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