Human Resources Manager

About Lucid Bots:

Lucid Bots Inc. is an AI robotics company that extends human reach by building the world’s most productive and responsible robots. Our robots allow people to perform dangerous and demanding tasks without putting human life and safety at risk.

Headquartered in Charlotte, we design, engineer, manufacture, and support our products domestically. Our current line of production-ready robots includes the Sherpa, a cleaning drone, and the Lavo Bot, a pressure-washing ground-based robot. Our products elevate safety and efficiency for customers all around the world. Lucid Bots was recently recognized as the fourth fastest-growing manufacturing company in the United States.

We are venture-backed, with multi-round investments from Y Combinator (S19 batch), Cubit Capital, Idea Fund Partners, Danu Ventures, and others. Learn more about our vision.

Our Core Values and How We Work Together:

Meeting the demands of our fast-growing venture-backed startup requires commitment from every team member—a commitment to each other, to the customers, and to the broader community. Our core values guide us in how we fulfill that commitment every day:

• Lead with Compassion: Foster an inclusive and supportive environment where people feel valued and heard.
• Grow with Purpose: Embrace learning, adaptation, and intentional decision-making.
• Win as One Team: Collaborate and share ownership of our vision and outcomes.
• Be Positive Agents of Change: Take ownership and drive impactful actions.
• Pursue Extraordinary Impact: Solve meaningful problems with innovation and effort.

Goal of This Role:

As the Human Resources Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating and scaling HR strategies and programs to support Lucid Bots’ rapid growth. This position is both strategic and hands-on, ensuring that every Lucidian thrives in a high-performance, people-first workplace.

How You Will Flourish in This Role:

You’ll flourish at Lucid Bots if you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and are passionate about building processes that elevate people and performance. This role offers the opportunity to define and implement HR programs from scratch, contribute to organizational strategy, and directly impact the culture and success of Lucid Bots.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and implement HR policies, programs, and processes to support a growing team, including training, compliance, and employee engagement.
• Partner with leadership to define and execute workforce planning and organizational design initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture through programs and initiatives aligned with our values.
• Serve as a key advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) across all HR practices.
• Design, implement, and manage company-wide performance review processes to align individual contributions with organizational goals and foster professional development.
• Oversee compliance with employment laws and regulations across domestic and international locations.
• Manage and continuously improve employee benefits programs, ensuring competitive offerings that support employee well-being.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, addressing and resolving HR-related concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Develop and implement talent development and retention strategies, including performance management and career progression.
• Collaborate with leadership to roll out OKRs and align individual goals with organizational objectives.
• Oversee and ensure compliance with COBRA requirements for departing employees, including timely communication and administration of benefits continuation.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a strategic and operational HR role, preferably in a startup or fast-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks seamlessly with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Emotional maturity and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, think critically, and act resourcefully in high-pressure situations.
• Passion for fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, ideally Rippling.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to the demands of a dynamic startup environment.
• Preferred: Familiarity with manufacturing environments, including workforce management and workers’ compensation.

Why Join Lucid Bots?

• Shape and define HR at one of the fastest-growing robotics companies in the U.S.
• Collaborate with a passionate, innovative, and ambitious team that is revolutionizing the way we work through AI and robotics.
• Enjoy the autonomy and opportunity to make a lasting impact on our people and culture.
• Experience a values-driven workplace that prioritizes personal and professional growth.
• Be part of a mission that matters—elevating safety, efficiency, and innovation worldwide.

Preferred:

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, understanding business needs, and driving solutions.
• Experience with Rippling, Notion, and/or Slack is preferred.
• Speed of execution is your superpower.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 3% retirement match
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays
• Company employee option plan
• Other benefits

Video Submission:

Please share a link to a short video (under 2 minutes) explaining why you believe you’re a great fit for this role and Lucid Bots. If you’re unsure where to record your video, you can use a platform like https://www.loom.com/

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