Robot Operator Internship (Part-Time)

About Pivot RoboticsPivot Robotics builds AI-powered robotic systems that automate grinding and finishing processes in manufacturing. Our robots are currently deployed in production environments, and we are expanding on-site monitoring support to improve reliability, collect feedback, and support daily operation.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Shawnee State student to serve as an on-site Robot Operations Monitor at the OSCO manufacturing facility. This is a part-time position ideal for students interested in robotics, manufacturing, or engineering operations.The role involves sitting near the deployed robotic cell during production runs, observing system behavior, documenting events, and communicating with the Pivot engineering team when issues arise.This is not a heavy technical role. The most important qualities are reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication.ResponsibilitiesBe present near the Pivot robotic cell during scheduled production runsObserve robot operation and note any interruptions, faults, or unusual behaviorRecord timestamps and short descriptions of events (stops, resets, operator interventions, etc.)Notify the Pivot team via Slack/text when predefined issues occurProvide simple daily summaries of how the system performedHelp coordinate basic restart procedures if instructed by Pivot remotelyServe as Pivot’s on-site point of contact during monitored shiftsIdeal CandidateCurrent student at Shawnee State UniversityReliable and punctualComfortable spending extended periods monitoring equipmentStrong written and verbal communicationDetail-oriented and organizedInterest in robotics, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial technology is a plusNo prior robotics experience requiredSchedulePart-time, flexible around class schedulesShifts coordinated based on OSCO production runsSome shifts may involve multi-hour monitoring blocksLocationOSCO Industries facility (local to Shawnee State area)What Students GainExposure to real industrial robotics deployed in productionDirect interaction with a startup robotics engineering teamExperience documenting real-world system performanceOpportunity to build hands-on manufacturing / automation experience