Production Lead (2nd shift)

Path Robotics; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily lunch provided

Flexible PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Parental leave

401(k) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Path Robotics is hiring a Production Lead to oversee daily production activities, coordinate operators, and ensure safe, high-quality operations. You will work hands-on with automated robotic welding systems and coordinate production schedules, monitor performance, and mentor operators while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing, leadership experience, and familiarity with robotic equipment. Evening shift 5pm–1am on-site at our Columbus facility.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing, production, fabrication, or welding experience.
• Experience leading, training, or mentoring production operators or teams.
• Familiarity with automated or robotic manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, quality standards, and workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production activities and coordinate operator assignments to meet goals.
• Operate automated robotic welding cells and assist in maintaining efficiency.
• Support CNC machines, Q-Eye inspection systems, and other processes as needed.
• Monitor output, equipment performance, and quality metrics; troubleshoot issues.
• Train operators on equipment, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Ensure proper setup, loading, and unloading of parts, fixtures, and tooling.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Maintain production records and shift handoff communications.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and safety.
• Promote a safe, clean, organized work environment and adherence to procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Quality mindset

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

At Path Robotics, we’re building the future of embodied intelligence. Our AI-driven systems enable robots to adapt, learn, and perform in the real world closing the skilled labor gap and transforming industries. We go beyond traditional methods, combining perception, reasoning, and control to deliver field-ready AI that is risk‑aware, reliable, and continuously improving through real‑world use.

Big, hard problems are our everyday work, and our team of intelligent, humble, and driven people make the impossible possible together.

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production activities and supporting a team of operators to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This hands‑on role combines operating automated robotic welding systems with coordinating production schedules, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining quality standards.

The schedule for this role is 5pm - 1am.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily production activities, coordinating operator assignments, workflows, and priorities to meet production goals.
• Operate automated robotic welding cells and provide hands‑on support to maintain production efficiency.
• Support the operation of additional production equipment and stations, including CNC machines, Q‑Eye inspection systems, and other manufacturing processes as needed.
• Monitor production output, equipment performance, and quality metrics to identify and resolve issues.
• Train and mentor production operators on equipment operation, safety procedures, quality standards, and best practices.
• Ensure proper setup, loading, and unloading of parts, fixtures, and tooling.
• Perform and oversee routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.
• Conduct quality inspections and support weld sample preparation, including cutting, grinding, sanding, and etching.
• Maintain accurate production records, quality documentation, and shift handoff communications.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, quality, safety, and standardized work.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment while ensuring adherence to established procedures.

Who You Are

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, fabrication, or welding environments.
• Experience leading, training, or mentoring production operators or manufacturing teams.
• Familiarity with automated or robotic manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, quality standards, and workplace safety.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues and **escalate** concerns appropriately.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable using production software, Microsoft Excel, or Google Sheets to track performance and report results.
• Hands‑on, dependable, and comfortable balancing production responsibilities with team leadership.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift production materials.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and maintain a safe manufacturing environment.
• Ability to coordinate daily work, communicate priorities, and support operators in a fast‑paced production setting.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Daily free lunch to keep you fueled and connected with the team
• Flexible PTO so you can take the time you need, when you need it
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 6 weeks fully paid parental leave, plus an additional 6–8 weeks for birthing parents (12‑14 weeks total)
• 401(k) retirement plan through Empower
• Generous employee referral bonuses—help us grow our team!

Who We Are

At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.