Gotion, Inc.
Manufacturing
ESSLineLead-3rdShift
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“ESS Line Lead - 3rd Shift at Gotion, Inc.. Skills: Line leadership, Team coordination, Production oversight. Oversee daily production activities. Lead and coordinate daily work”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Decision-making
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Basic understanding of electrical components, Ability to read simple mechanical and electrical drawings, Prior experience leading or coordinating a production or assembly line, Communication and organizational skills, Working knowledge of quality standards and 5S principles
Nice to Have
Experience in energy storage systems, Battery manufacturing experience, Electrical assembly experience, Previous experience as a Line Lead, Previous experience as a Team Lead, Previous experience as a Senior Operator, Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Familiarity with continuous improvement practices
What You'll Do.
Oversee daily production activities
Lead and coordinate daily work
Assign tasks based on production plans
Monitor workflow for smooth operations
Ensure on-time production output
Provide on-the-job guidance
Provide coaching to operators
Provide support to operators
Apply knowledge of electrical components
Apply knowledge of wiring
Apply knowledge of assembly
Read and interpret mechanical drawings
Read and interpret electrical drawings
Support operators in understanding work instructions
Support operators in understanding technical requirements
Communicate with Engineering
Communicate with Quality
Communicate with Warehouse
Communicate with Production Planning
Escalate issues related to materials
Escalate issues related to quality
Escalate issues related to tooling
Escalate issues related to processes
Support engineering changes
Support quality actions
Support production adjustments
Identify production issues
Identify quality issues
Identify safety issues
Take corrective actions
Escalate issues when required
Provide daily reports
Provide weekly reports
Support root cause analysis
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain quality awareness
Ensure operators follow standard work
Ensure operators follow quality procedures
Verify compliance with quality standards
Maintain clean production area
Maintain organized production area
Maintain safe production area
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-departmental communication; Communicate with Engineering; Communicate with Quality; Communicate with Warehouse; Communicate with Production Planning
Communication Scope
Clear verbal communication; Clear written communication
Full Job Description
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. Position Summary The ESS Line Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production activities on the energy storage system assembly line. This role serves as the first level of leadership on the floor, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production through effective team coordination, technical guidance, and cross‑functional communication. Key Responsibilities Line Leadership & Team Coordination Lead and coordinate the daily work of ESS line operators Assign tasks based on production plans, skill levels, and priorities Monitor workflow to ensure smooth operations and on‑time production output Provide on‑the‑job guidance, coaching, and support to operators Electrical & Drawing Basics Apply basic knowledge of electrical components and simple wiring during assembly Read and interpret basic mechanical and electrical drawings to guide assembly work Support operators in understanding work instructions and technical requirements Cross‑Department Communication Communicate clearly and effectively with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Production Planning teams Escalate issues related to materials, quality, tooling, or
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