Production Planning Specialist

Gotion; Manteno (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gotion Inc. in Manteno, IL is seeking an experienced Production Planner to support battery module and cell manufacturing. The planner will schedule production, analyze capacity, and collaborate with manufacturing to optimize processes and meet demand.

The role requires a degree in Engineering or related field, strong Excel and ERP/SAP experience, and the ability to build analytical models and clear reports. Base salary ranges and a 15% bonus are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume production planning in manufacturing.
• Ability to build analytical models and dashboards.
• Proven ability to prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create 0-1 production schedules aligned with demand and capacity.
• Analyze capacity and demand to inform roadmaps and decisions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to improve processes and batch sizes.
• Respond to shortfalls or shortages with impact assessments and options.
• Publish production metrics and forecasts to identify risks.
• Communicate plans and revisions to stakeholders.
• Assist in inventory control to minimize shortages and optimize flow.
• Perform other duties as needed by management.

Skills

Production planning

Data analysis

Excel modeling

Report writing

PowerPoint presentations

ERP experience

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route.
Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

What to Expect

Gotion’s Manufacturing Operations team is looking for an experienced and driven Production Planner to work alongside manufacturing to support production goals at the Manteno, IL location. The planner will be responsible initially for scheduling production across battery module manufacturing, and ramp quickly as we stand up cell manufacturing. The planner will also be responsible for structuring and performing analysis to support the road map for production capacity changes across production lines.

What You’ll Do

• Create 0-1 production schedules that align with demand and capacity, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Analyze production capacity and demand to inform strategic decisions and roadmap planning.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and support teams to develop and improve processes, including production batch sizes, material transfer, and controls.
• Respond to unexpected changes, such as production shortfalls or material shortages, by providing information, impact assessments, and options to downstream shops.
• Generate and publish production performance metrics and forecasts to identify potential supply chain risks.
• Communicate production plans, revisions, and performance to stakeholders, including manufacturing, support, and business teams.
• Assist in implementing inventory control solutions to minimize shortages and optimize inventory flow.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to adapt to changing business needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering/Operations, Supply Chain management or the equivalent experience
• Demonstrated high volume production planning experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally with minimum 1 years’ experience structuring and building analytical models
• Ability to spot process improvement opportunities and influence others to make change
• Good organizational and project management skills. (role requires juggling projects, daily tasks, and urgent questions)
• Ability to create clear and impactful reports and PowerPoint presentations, effectively conveying complex information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to solve problems in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to recognize opportunities for improvement in operations and reporting/information visibility
• MS Outlook, Teams, Office including Excel experience (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.). More advanced Excel modeling skills a plus
• Experience working with ERP systems preferred, with SAP experience a plus

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70k - $90k + 15% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.

We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.