Full-Time

People Operations Associate

Updated on 1/17/2025

Fox Robotics

Fox Robotics

51-200 employees

Develops automated forklifts for warehouse unloading

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Requires in-office presence at Austin, TX location; remote work is not an option.

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Requirements
  • 3 to 6 years of experience in a People Operations role, ideally at an early stage startup where you wear many hats
  • Experience running payroll, managing benefits and compliance, handling difficult conversations with employees
Responsibilities
  • Ownership of the People organization - designing policies and programs, owning the day to day, and everything in between
  • Manage day-to-day People Operations including onboarding and offboarding, payroll, compliance, benefits administration, employee relations / conflict resolution, policy design and implementation
  • Ongoing process improvement to scale the People team and overall organization’s impact
  • Additional People-related responsibilities as necessary (e.g., recruiting, performance management, training, engagement surveys, and more!)
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience building and/or managing People programs (e.g., performance management, training)
  • Experience with ADP TotalSource, CultureAmp, Greenhouse; experience with PEO transitions (onto / off of)
  • Experience with immigration support

Fox Robotics develops automated forklifts that improve the efficiency of unloading trailers in warehouses. Their main product, the Fox Automated Trailer Unloader (ATU), can unload trailers at a speed of 25 pallets per hour and is designed for easy installation without needing complex IT or Warehouse Management System (WMS) integration. The company uses advanced robotics and machine learning to create safe and effective automation solutions. Unlike many competitors, Fox Robotics focuses on providing scalable solutions that can be quickly implemented for various warehouse tasks, such as loading, unloading, and order picking. The goal of Fox Robotics is to enhance operational efficiency for logistics and warehousing clients while reducing the reliance on manual labor.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$38.2M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

10%

2 year growth

26%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with major retailers like Walmart highlight large-scale deployment potential.
  • Advancements in machine learning enhance autonomous forklifts' navigation and obstacle avoidance.
  • Growing interest in AI-driven solutions boosts demand for Fox Robotics' products.

What critics are saying

  • Muddy Machines' acquisition may shift focus away from warehouse automation.
  • Non-exclusive partnership with KION North America could dilute brand identity.
  • Walmart's investment may pressure Fox Robotics to meet specific demands.

What makes Fox Robotics unique

  • Fox Robotics offers the world's first autonomous trailer loader/unloader, the FoxBot.
  • The company specializes in quick installation without IT or WMS integration.
  • Fox Robotics combines advanced robotics and machine learning for intelligent automation solutions.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Stock Options