Senior Manager, Manufacturing

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL with 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) to accelerate electrified transportation and 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 trying to fill a job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together. We offer outstanding opportunities in an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

The team is expanding and we seek a Senior Manager, Recruiting to lead the talent acquisition strategy for Gotion Illinois, overseeing recruitment of top-tier talent to support manufacturing operations and technical innovation in the energy storage sector. This role requires deep expertise in recruiting for manufacturing or technical hardware roles, with a strong preference for experience in energy storage systems (ESS) or adjacent industries.

The Senior Manager will build and lead a high-performing recruitment team, partner with cross-functional leaders, and ensure a seamless, candidate-centric hiring process aligned with Gotion’s growth objectives in building a 40GW ESS facility hiring 2,600 employees, enabling a $2B investment. If you’re focused on having a positive, outsized impact, this may be the role for you.

• Talent Acquisition Strategy
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  Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to attract and retain top talent for manufacturing, engineering, and technical roles, with a focus on ESS and related industries.
• Team Leadership
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  Manage, mentor, and develop a team of five Recruiters, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence with team members across Illinois and California.
• Stakeholder Collaboration
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  Partner with department heads (Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations and Corporate) to understand hiring needs, define job requirements, and align recruitment efforts with business goals.
• Candidate Sourcing
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  Own leadership and confidential hiring by leveraging innovative sourcing techniques, including job boards, social media, industry networks, and partnerships with universities or technical institutes, to build a robust pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Process Optimization
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  Streamline the end-to-end recruitment process, from role planning to onboarding, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and a positive candidate experience.
• Employer Branding
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  Collaborate with HR and Communications teams to build Gotion’s employer brand, showcasing our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and career growth.
• Metrics & Reporting
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  Track and analyze recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, candidate satisfaction) to drive continuous improvement and report progress to senior leadership.
• Compliance
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  Ensure all recruitment activities comply with federal and state labor laws, including EEOC, OFCCP, and other relevant regulations.
• University Recruiting
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  Oversee UR programs, and ensure we’re building bridges between students and opportunities in the region.
• Industry Engagement
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  Stay informed on trends in manufacturing, ESS, and technical hardware industries to anticipate talent needs and maintain a competitive edge.
• Community
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  Build strong synergies and bridge programs between local communities, training and opportunities.

Education
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.

Experience
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• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Scaling experience, ideally from hundreds to thousands across exempt and non-exempt.
• Proven experience recruiting for manufacturing or technical hardware roles, ideally within the ESS industry or adjacent sectors (e.g., automotive, renewable energy,…