Robot Operator Internship (Part-Time)

• About Pivot Robotics
• Pivot 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 Overview
• We 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.

Responsibilities

Be present near the Pivot robotic cell during scheduled production runs

Observe robot operation and note any interruptions, faults, or unusual behavior

Record timestamps and short descriptions of events (stops, resets, operator interventions, etc.)

Notify the Pivot team via Slack/text when predefined issues occur

Provide simple daily summaries of how the system performed

Help coordinate basic restart procedures if instructed by Pivot remotely

Serve as Pivot’s on-site point of contact during monitored shifts

Ideal Candidate

Current student at Shawnee State University

Reliable and punctual

Comfortable spending extended periods monitoring equipment

Strong written and verbal communication

Detail-oriented and organized

Interest in robotics, engineering, manufacturing, or industrial technology is a plus

No prior robotics experience required

Schedule

Part-time, flexible around class schedules

Shifts coordinated based on OSCO production runs

Some shifts may involve multi-hour monitoring blocks

Location

OSCO Industries facility (local to Shawnee State area)

What Students Gain

Exposure to real industrial robotics deployed in production

Direct interaction with a startup robotics engineering team

Experience documenting real-world system performance

Opportunity to build hands-on manufacturing / automation experience