Data Lab Operations Lead (Shift Leader)

Generalist AI; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Generalist is seeking a Data Collection Lab Manager to lead and evolve the operations behind on-site data collection efforts. You’ll act as a shift leader to own the systems, processes, and team responsible for delivering high-quality data that supports model development across the organization.

This is a highly operational, hands-on, in-lab role for someone who enjoys building structure in ambiguous environments, improving systems over time, and leading teams with high standards and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-performance operational environments with significant ownership.
• Experience managing teams in fast-moving or semi-structured organizations.
• Strong operational instincts and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with metrics, operational reporting, and process tracking to drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lab Operations: Own day-to-day DataLab operations and ensure reliable, high-quality data delivery.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, hire, and onboard high-performing data collection staff.

Skills

Lab operations

Team leadership

QA processes

Data collection

Process improvement

Job description

Generalist is seeking a Data Collection Lab Manager to lead and evolve the operations behind on-site data collection efforts. You’ll act as a shift leader to own the systems, processes, and team responsible for delivering high-quality data that supports model development across the organization.

This is a highly operational, hands-on, in-lab role for someone who enjoys building structure in ambiguous environments, improving systems over time, and leading teams with high standards and