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# Recruiting Manager (Bilingual Mandarin Required) at Gotion, Inc.

- **Company:** Gotion, Inc.
- **Location:** Manteno, IL
- **Compensation:** $120k–$150k
- **Posted:** 2026-07-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gotion/jobs/8632121002

## 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.

Recruiting Manager (Bilingual Mandarin Required)

Location: Manteno, IL Department: Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site

Position Summary

Gotion is seeking an experienced Recruiting Manager (Bilingual Mandarin) to lead our Talent Acquisition function during an exciting period of rapid growth. This role is responsible for developing and executing recruiting strategies while leading a team of recruiters supporting manufacturing, engineering, operations, finance, supply chain, and corporate functions.

The Recruiting Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to both U.S. and China-based leadership, requiring the ability to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin to support hiring initiatives, workforce planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

## What You'll Do

Talent Acquisition Leadership

- Lead, coach, and develop a team of recruiters and recruiting coordinators to achieve hiring goals across multiple business functions.
- Establish recruiting priorities, hiring strategies, and performance expectations.
- Drive continuous improvement within the Talent Acquisition organization.

Strategic Workforce Planning

- Partner with U.S. and China-based executives, HR leaders, and hiring managers to forecast workforce needs and develop strategic recruiting plans.
- Support organizational growth by aligning recruiting strategies with business objectives.

Full-Cycle Recruitment

- Oversee full-cycle recruiting for engineering, manufacturing, operations, finance, supply chain, IT, quality, and leadership positions.
- Personally recruit for executive, highly technical, and confidential positions when needed.

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development

- Develop innovative sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, networking, industry associations, universities, military recruiting, referrals, and passive candidate outreach.
- Build long-term talent pipelines for critical and difficult-to-fill positions.

Recruiting Operations

- Optimize recruiting workflows, ATS processes (Greenhouse preferred), interview processes, and reporting.
- Ensure a consistent, high-quality candidate experience.

Analytics & Reporting

- Monitor recruiting KPIs including:
- Time-to-Fill
- Time-to-Hire
- Offer Acceptance Rate
- Cost-per-Hire
- Recruiter Productivity
- Diversity Metrics
- Present recruiting performance and hiring forecasts to executive leadership.

Employer Branding

- Partner with HR and Marketing to strengthen Gotion's employer brand.
- Represent Gotion at universities, career fairs, professional organizations, and industry events.

Compliance

- Ensure recruiting practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
- Maintain consistent hiring documentation and process compliance.

## What You'll Bring

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin (speaking, reading, and writing) is required.
- 7+ years of progressive recruiting experience, including technical, manufacturing, engineering, and corporate recruiting.
- 3+ years of recruiting leadership or Talent Acquisition management experience.
- Experience leading recruiting teams in a high-growth manufacturing, automotive, battery, industrial, or technology environment.
- Proven experience partnering with international business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Strong knowledge of workforce planning, recruiting strategy, direct sourcing, employment branding, and talent market intelligence.
- Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse preferred), HRIS platforms, LinkedIn Recruiter, and recruitment analytics.
- Excellent communication, coaching, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering exceptional customer service to hiring managers and candidates.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working for a global or multinational organization.
- Experience supporting U.S. and Asia-based business operations.
- Startup or greenfield manufacturing experience.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, AIRS, or LinkedIn Recruiter Certification.
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.

Expected Pay Range $120,000—$150,000 USD

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.

## About Gotion, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Gotion, Inc. is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Gotion High-Tech, a global manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Gotion High-Tech, publicly traded on Shenzhen Stock Exchange under ticker 002074.SZ)
- **Headquarters**: Fremont, California, USA
- **Founded**: 2014
- **Founders**: Zhen Li

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Lithium-ion battery manufacturing, electric vehicle (EV) components, energy storage systems
- **Target customers**: B2B – automakers (e.g., Volkswagen), commercial fleet operators, utility-scale energy storage providers
- **Mission or purpose**: “Accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development” through clean energy solutions

## Products & Services
- **Lithium-ion Battery Cells & Packs**: Manufacturing of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) and NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) batteries for EVs and stationary storage.
- **Energy Storage Systems (ESS)**: Full-scale battery storage solutions for grid, commercial, and residential applications.
- **Battery Materials**: Production of cathode and anode active materials, supporting vertical integration.
- **Engineering Services**: Battery system design, thermal management, BMS (Battery Management System) development, and simulation.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed for Gotion, Inc. (parent company Gotion High-Tech’s market cap was approximately $9B as of 2025, per public filings)
- **Key Metric**: Parent company reported net income of CN¥1.21 billion (~$168 million) in 2024
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Volkswagen Group (24% stake, $1.1 billion investment in 2020)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount grew 21.1% year-over-year (262 employees as of late 2025)
  - Active job postings increased 90.5% YoY (160 open positions)
  - New factory in Manteno, Illinois (large-scale manufacturing)
  - R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan, and Europe
  - Began delivering unified battery cells to Volkswagen in 2025

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical integration**: Produces both battery cells and key materials (cathode, anode), reducing supply chain risk.
- **Technology depth**: Expertise in both LFP and NMC chemistries, giving flexibility across market segments.
- **Global scale**: Sixth-largest battery manufacturer worldwide by market share (3.5% as of 2025).
- **Strategic partner**: Deep ties with Volkswagen Group provide a stable demand channel and capital backing.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling U.S. manufacturing capacity (Illinois factory) to serve North American EV and storage markets.
- Expanding R&D in next-generation battery technologies (e.g., solid-state, high-energy-density cells).
- Building out energy storage product lines and growing sales presence in Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Mission-driven focus on clean energy and electrification; fast-paced, global environment.
- **Growth**: Rapidly expanding U.S. operations with significant hiring across engineering, manufacturing, sales, and IT.
- **Work model**: Hybrid/office presence at multiple locations (Fremont, CA; Manteno, IL; Independence, OH; Göttingen, Germany).
- **Notable perks**: Not publicly detailed; employee reviews on LinkedIn rate compensation (2.6/5) and culture (2.3/5) as areas for improvement, but the company is still early in its U.S. build-out.

## Sources
1. [gotion.com](https://gotion.com/)
2. [gotion.com/company](https://www.gotion.com/company/)
3. [Gotion Inc. Careers on Greenhouse](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/gotion)
4. [LinkedIn - Gotion Inc.](https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotion-inc-)
5. [Wikipedia - Gotion High-Tech](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gotion_High-Tech)

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