Strategic Production Planner – Battery Modules & Capacity

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. 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.