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.
The Operations Supervisor will assist the Head of Operations for the U.S. business segment in establishing and optimizing the operational management system. This role is responsible for driving the implementation of strategic and monthly operational plans, coordinating across departments to monitor performance, ensuring production targets are met, and facilitating knowledge and system transfers between the U.S. and China headquarters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Operations Support
- Assist the Head of U.S. Operations in building the operational management system.
- Participate in the preparation of long-term strategic plans, annual business plans, and monthly planning and performance monitoring of the U.S. base.
- Objective Deployment & Supervision
- Break down the base-level operational plan to individual departments.
- Lead the communication, refinement, execution, adjustment, and evaluation of departmental objectives.
- Performance Monitoring & Reporting
- Track and evaluate progress and KPI completion of all functional departments.
- Consolidate and analyze overall business performance and prepare monthly/quarterly operation analysis reports.
- Organizational Optimization
- Reference the China HQ operational model to assist in optimizing the U.S. base organizational structure.
- Facilitate collaboration across key business functions: operations, procurement, logistics, and sales.
- Production Planning & Oversight
- Develop production schedules and supervise execution.
- Ensure on-time, high-quality, and cost-effective delivery of products.
- Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze daily production-related data, identify abnormalities, and coordinate with quality and process teams to improve performance indicators.
- Cross-border Resource Support
- Work with HR to implement support plans between China and U.S. sites: training programs, personnel dispatch, knowledge transfer, and ongoing support mechanisms.
- Lean Management & Project Implementation
- Introduce lean production practices and project frameworks (e.g., “Ten Production KPIs,” G+Award, operator skill competitions) from China HQ to the U.S. base.
- Promote China-U.S. base collaboration, benchmarking, and performance evaluations.
- Marketing Operations Coordination
- Reference China HQ’s marketing organization structure to assist in building the U.S. base marketing operations model.
- Support market development participation, monitor U.S. market dynamics, and adjust operational strategies accordingly.
- Bachelor Degree or above
- Familiarity with full-scale production operations and management systems.
- Strong understanding of production processes and functional department structure.
- Proven cross-functional coordination and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin preferred (for cross-border collaboration).
- Experience in bridging U.S. and China business operations is a strong asset.
- Organizational design and process mapping skills.
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.
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Gotion, Inc. is based in Silicon Valley in California, 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) 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. Visit Gotion.com and join us!
