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Deputy General Manager

Gotion
Manteno, Illinois
Full Time
Posted January 23, 2026
$190k - $238k
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Job Description

This role provides end-to-end operational leadership for scaling battery pack manufacturing from prototype to high-volume production, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the ramp-up and ongoing operations of battery pack manufacturing from prototype to high-volume production, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team fostering operational excellence and accountability.
  • Develop and implement manufacturing KPIs to monitor safety, performance, costs, and sustainability, aligning with strategic objectives.
  • Support deployment of operational control tools like SCADA for real-time decision-making and quality assurance.
  • Establish review cadences and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet operational milestones and AOP targets.
  • Manage and optimize the operational budget, implementing cost-saving measures and lean manufacturing principles.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product development, finance, safety, and operations teams to ensure process integration.
  • Drive process and product improvements to address quality issues, enhance manufacturability, and improve customer satisfaction.
  • Apply lean principles to reduce scrap, optimize resource utilization, and achieve significant cost reductions.
  • Partner with executive leadership to develop strategic plans and cascade continuous improvement projects across the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with an ideal qualification of an MBA
  • At least 10 years of experience in construction management, including a minimum of 5 years of experience on large, complex projects
  • Experience working with brownfield or greenfield sites is a plus
  • Knowledge of Automotive Regulations, EV Batteries, or Energy, or experience with Complex Site Construction 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

Compensation/salary range: $190,000 - $238,000 with 20% bonus
Work schedule: Not specified
Work environment perks: Not specified
Additional benefits: Bonus benefits

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