Production Planner Specialist (m/w/d)

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.

Gotion's Manufacturing Operations team is seeking a driven Production Planner to support production execution and capacity planning at our Manteno, Illinois manufacturing facility.

This role will work closely with manufacturing and cross-functional partners to establish and execute 0-1 production planning processes for battery module manufacturing, with rapid expansion as cell manufacturing operations are launched. The Production Planner will play a key role in translating demand into executable schedules, analyzing capacity constraints, and supporting production ramp-up across multiple lines.

This position is suited for candidates with 2-5 years of experience who are comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and are eager to grow as the operation scales.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain production schedules aligned with demand, capacity, and material availability
• Analyze production capacity and demand to support near-term execution and longer-term planning decisions
• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, materials, and engineering teams to improve planning processes, including batch sizing, material flow, and production controls
• Respond to unplanned events (production shortfalls, material shortages, schedule changes) by providing impact analysis and recovery options
• Generate and publish production metrics, forecasts, and performance reports to identify risks and improvement opportunities
• Communicate production plans, revisions, and performance updates to manufacturing leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Support implementation and improvement of inventory control and material planning processes
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives as manufacturing operations ramp and mature
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support evolving business needs

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications (All Levels)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, or a related role
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and communication
• Experience building and maintaining reports, models, and presentations to support decision-making
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems preferred (SAP a plus)

Additional Qualifications - Early Career (2-3 Years Experience)

• Hands-on experience supporting production schedules and daily execution in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and escalate risks with guidance
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with manufacturing and support teams
• Willingness to learn and grow as processes and systems are built from the ground up

Additional Qualifications - Experienced Profile (3-5+ Years Experience)

• Demonstrated experience owning production schedules and capacity analysis in a high-volume manufacturing environment
• Experience independently building analytical models, dashboards, or tools to support planning decisions
• Proficiency with Power BI or similar data visualization tools strongly preferred
• Proven ability to identify process gaps and drive planning and execution improvements
• Confidence communicating plans, risks, and recommendations to leadership

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Expected Pay Range

$70,000—$85,000 USD

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.