Robot Operator

HireArt is helping our client find Robot Operators to join its deployed team at a customer production facility in the greater Lexington, KY area. In this role, you’ll operate physical robotic prototypes in a live production environment, performing recurring customer tasks while collecting the data and observations that help improve robotic performance.

In this role, you’ll work with a focused set of customer tasks, operating robots consistently and to a high standard while demonstrating tasks, evaluating autonomous behavior, and documenting outcomes. Because engineering and development teams support the deployment remotely, you’ll play an important role in clearly communicating technical observations and issues that help drive product improvements.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing focused, repetitive work while maintaining a high level of consistency and precision. You’re a clear written communicator who can work independently, follow strict operating procedures, and professionally represent the company while working onsite at a customer facility.

You’re excited to contribute directly to the advancement of real-world robotics technology. As a Robot Operator, you will: Safely operate physical and simulated robotic prototypes for extended periods using virtual reality headsets and controllers. Execute recurring customer tasks with a high degree of consistency, quality, and attention to detail while collecting data and evaluating autonomous behavior.

Operate simulated robotic systems for training and data collection when the customer site is unavailable. Document task outcomes, issues, and technical observations and provide clear, actionable written feedback to remote engineering and development teams. Represent the company and its technology professionally while working as a guest at the customer facility.

Follow all customer-site requirements, including safety protocols, protective equipment, cleanliness standards, and controlled-access procedures. Perform preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on robotic systems and maintain robot equipment and work areas. Participate in projects to improve tools, workflows, and operational processes. Travel up to 10% based on business needs.