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Associate Director, Manufacturing

Gotion
Manteno, Illinois
Full Time
Posted March 12, 2026
$165k - $200k
Energy Storage
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Job Description

This role involves overseeing the manufacturing operations of lithium battery cells, including ramp-up, process optimization, team leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction in a high-volume production environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the ramp-up and ongoing operations of battery cell manufacturing, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team.
  • Develop and implement manufacturing KPIs to monitor performance and strategic alignment.
  • Support deployment of operational management tools like SCADA for real-time control and quality assurance.
  • Establish review cadences and drive continuous improvement initiatives for operational excellence.
  • Manage and maintain the operational budget, implementing cost-saving measures and lean manufacturing principles.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure seamless manufacturing process integration.
  • Drive process and product improvements to enhance quality, manufacturability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Apply lean principles to reduce scrap, optimize resources, and achieve cost reductions.
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute strategic plans and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an MBA (MBA preferred)
  • At least 10 years of experience in construction management, with a minimum of 5 years of experience on large, complex projects
  • Experience working with brownfield or greenfield sites is a plus
  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to develop and implement project plans, track progress, and manage budgets
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits & Perks

U.S. base salary range of $165,000.00 - $200,000.00, plus eligibility for 20% bonus
Work schedule details not specified
Work environment perks not specified
Benefits not explicitly detailed in the posting

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