Shift Lead, Mission Readiness (2nd Shift)

As the Mission Readiness Shift Lead on Zoox’s Mission Readiness team, you will be responsible for the readiness of all vehicle assets, both L3 and robotaxi platforms, that are based in your geosite office during your scheduled shift. This includes, but is not limited to, deploying the correct software and firmware to the right vehicles at the right time, conducting pre-mission checks, and ensuring that the shop facility is in a ready state to support operations. Additionally, you will assist the Team Lead for your location in accurate data tracking toward team KPIs.

Travel Requirements: less than 20%

Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 12am

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a coach and mentor to contract staff at your location.
• Ensure both the L3 fleet and the robotaxi service vehicles are ready and on time for their missions. Track issues that cause any delays in start time for both L3 and robotaxi platforms. Provide logistical support for the movement and storage of vehicles and equipment.
• Engage in the recruiting and hiring process for workshop personnel. Provide new-hire onboarding, training, and clear communication of expectations. Assist in the creation and management of contract employee schedules, including time-off.
• Support the analysis, documentation, and reporting of data. Assist with paperwork and documentation related to vehicle readiness.
• Enforce all health and safety policies in the workshop. Ensure the workshop area is clean, organized, and free of dangerous and/or hazardous material following company and OSHA guidelines.
• Support the readiness of spare parts and the associated inventory.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential issues, challenges, or opportunities that may arise within the team.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant work experience in an operations-based environment
• 2+ years of people leadership experience.
• Proven ability to quickly learn technical subjects.
• Clean driving record with zero points on the record.
• Ability to manage time and priorities effectively.
• Team player who collaborates well cross-functionally. Excellent written and verbal skills. Must be honest, responsible, and an outstanding communicator.
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Suite, especially Excel or Sheets
• Possessing an “Extreme Ownership” and growth mindset.

Bonus Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (business management, operations, finance, etc.)
• Experience with autonomous vehicles, automotive, mobility, or a similar safety-critical industries
• Experience in a fast-paced and dynamic service environment.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience leading contingent labor (contractor) teams.

Base Salary Range

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.