Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. Our Capital and Facilities teams play a vital role in ensuring the long-term performance of our physical assets while maintaining a safe, reliable, and comfortable environment for our residents.

The Asset Manager - HVAC will lead Scion’s national strategy for managing, maintaining, and modernizing over $150 million in HVAC systems across our real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive approach to HVAC lifecycle planning—optimizing system performance, extending equipment life, reducing operational risk, and supporting cost-effective capital planning.

This position will act as the primary technical liaison between Capital, Facilities, vendors, and property-level teams, while also analyzing HVAC system data, spend trends, and maintenance protocols to drive smart, scalable mechanical asset management.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, and will require frequent travel to properties across the U.S.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Responsibilities: 

• Lead end-to-end execution of capital construction projects.
• Provide expert knowledge on all large-scale HVAC and central plant (boiler/chiller) system replacements and upgrades portfolio wide. 
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational capital plans and timelines.
• Collaborate with Capital Planning to translate long-term asset strategies into executable construction projects.
• Oversee project planning, design review, bidding, and construction phases, ensuring technical accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and validate scopes of work for major mechanical system projects, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and building distribution systems.
• Manage third-party engineers, contractors, and vendors, ensuring performance, accountability, and adherence to contract requirements.
• Partner with Facilities and Operations teams to identify project needs, define priorities, and ensure smooth project handoffs.
• Lead project risk identification and mitigation, particularly for complex mechanical systems in occupied buildings.
• Drive consistency in project delivery standards, procurement strategies, and cost controls across the portfolio.
• Review and approve project budgets, change orders, and pay applications, ensuring financial discipline and transparency.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, resolve field issues, and support critical project milestones.
• Analyze project performance, costs, and outcomes to inform future capital planning and continuous improvement.
• Support development of standards, specifications, and best practices for large-scale mechanical system replacements.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on capital projects involving large mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex HVAC and central plant projects (e.g., boilers, chillers, hydronic systems) in multifamily, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contract management, and project delivery methods.
• Experience working with engineers, general contractors, and specialty mechanical contractors.
• Ability to evaluate technical project scopes and translate them into actionable construction plans.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing capital budgets and analyzing project costs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across corporate and field teams.
• Travel expectations are (approximately 40–50%) to support project execution and site oversight.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred; mechanical or HVAC-related certifications are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in varying environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces.
• Frequent travel to Scion-managed properties across multiple U.S. states.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support urgent site needs or project timelines.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Corporate Office experience is preferred.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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Your Opportunity

The Scion Group strives to create an extraordinary living and learning environment through our passion for customer experience and strong partnerships in our communities. Our Capital and Facilities teams play a vital role in ensuring the long-term performance of our physical assets while maintaining a safe, reliable, and comfortable environment for our residents.

The Asset Manager - HVAC will lead Scion’s national strategy for managing, maintaining, and modernizing over $150 million in HVAC systems across our real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive approach to HVAC lifecycle planning—optimizing system performance, extending equipment life, reducing operational risk, and supporting cost-effective capital planning.

This position will act as the primary technical liaison between Capital, Facilities, vendors, and property-level teams, while also analyzing HVAC system data, spend trends, and maintenance protocols to drive smart, scalable mechanical asset management.

This position is based out of our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, and will require frequent travel to properties across the U.S.

Your Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Maternal Leave
• Parental Leave
• Learning reimbursement opportunities

Responsibilities: 

• Lead end-to-end execution of capital construction projects.
• Provide expert knowledge on all large-scale HVAC and central plant (boiler/chiller) system replacements and upgrades portfolio wide. 
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational capital plans and timelines.
• Collaborate with Capital Planning to translate long-term asset strategies into executable construction projects.
• Oversee project planning, design review, bidding, and construction phases, ensuring technical accuracy and cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and validate scopes of work for major mechanical system projects, including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and building distribution systems.
• Manage third-party engineers, contractors, and vendors, ensuring performance, accountability, and adherence to contract requirements.
• Partner with Facilities and Operations teams to identify project needs, define priorities, and ensure smooth project handoffs.
• Lead project risk identification and mitigation, particularly for complex mechanical systems in occupied buildings.
• Drive consistency in project delivery standards, procurement strategies, and cost controls across the portfolio.
• Review and approve project budgets, change orders, and pay applications, ensuring financial discipline and transparency.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, resolve field issues, and support critical project milestones.
• Analyze project performance, costs, and outcomes to inform future capital planning and continuous improvement.
• Support development of standards, specifications, and best practices for large-scale mechanical system replacements.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. 

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction project management, with a strong focus on capital projects involving large mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex HVAC and central plant projects (e.g., boilers, chillers, hydronic systems) in multifamily, commercial, or institutional buildings.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contract management, and project delivery methods.
• Experience working with engineers, general contractors, and specialty mechanical contractors.
• Ability to evaluate technical project scopes and translate them into actionable construction plans.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing capital budgets and analyzing project costs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across corporate and field teams.
• Travel expectations are (approximately 40–50%) to support project execution and site oversight.
• Proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred; mechanical or HVAC-related certifications are a plus.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in varying environments, including rooftops, mechanical rooms, and confined spaces.
• Frequent travel to Scion-managed properties across multiple U.S. states.
• Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support urgent site needs or project timelines.

Operational Details

• Job location is based at Scion's Chicago corporate headquarters.
• Working hours consist of standard daytime business hours.
• Corporate Office experience is preferred.

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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job purpose:

The Sr. Quality Systems Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of the fairlife integrated management systems.  Developing the ISO certification program and maintaining Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) certification program for all manufacturing sites as well as coordination of certification audits. QSM will function as enterprise quality and food safety representative to ensure compliance within existing programs and proper execution of plant expansion, new equipment installation/upgrade, and new process implementation in accordance with food safety corporate standards, HACCP/FSMA principles, and all federal, state and local regulations in support of creating and maintaining a positive food safety and quality manufacturing culture and environment.

QSM will deliver audit competencies to ensure the system and sites are operating as designed and performance is monitored. Develop and implement strategies and programs to mitigate food safety risks across the fairlife network; this includes ensuring that customer requirements and regulatory changes are appropriately reflected in these programs to strengthen compliance.

responsibilities:

• Integrated Management Systems (IMS): Lead the development, standardization, and integration of approved Quality and Food Safety Management Systems across all fairlife™ manufacturing and future operation sites to protect the brand and drive continuous improvement, including enterprise GFSI implementation and sustainment.
• Quality Governance & Document Control: Own enterprise quality governance and the QMS Document Control Program, ensuring standardization of controlled documents, authoring and updating policies, and managing archival of obsolete or redundant documentation.
• Certification Leadership: Serve as primary liaison with certification bodies and lead the attainment and maintenance of required certifications, including GFSI, ISO, Kosher, and Halal, aligned with business and quality strategy.
• Audit & Management Review Programs: Provide strategic leadership for enterprise audit programs, including development, standardization, scheduling, and integration of internal audits and management reviews to ensure compliance, change management, and performance improvement.
• Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA): Lead quality escalation and continuous improvement activities, including deviation management, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action implementation, and certification‑related CAPA closure and effectiveness verification.
• Risk Management: Proactively assess quality and supply chain risks, identify potential disruptions or compliance gaps, and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard product integrity and business continuity.
• Training & Competency: Establish competency requirements and provide training and technical support to ensure consistent execution of quality systems, standards, and food safety programs across all sites.
• Safety & Sustainability: Support and advance organizational commitments to safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainable practices, contributing to long‑term operational excellence and environmental stewardship.

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science, Microbiology or closely related field required
• At least 8 years of experience in food manufacturing and quality assurance
• Certified or actively working to achieve certification in: HACCP, PCQI, Lead Auditor, and Better Process Control School
• Strong working knowledge of Quality Assurance and Food Safety principles
• Previous experience in developing policy standards and implementing HACCP, GFSI (FSSC 22000) and Integrated Management Systems (ISO) in support of plant certifications including Kosher, & Halal as required.
• Strong auditing/assessment/analytical skills
• Ability to gain understanding and assess compliance with KORE (Coca-Cola Requirements)
• Ability to interact effectively with third party and internal auditors
• Ability to influence management & enable the activities of employee teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong computer and document management skills

working conditions and physical requirements:

• 40-45 hours as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

food safety requirements:

• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
• Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
• Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups

fairlife’s nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are — supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location: Goodyear, AZ, Webster, NY, Coopersville, MI, Chicago, IL

reports to: Quality Systems Director

travel requirements: 30-40%

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

job purpose:

The Project Manager – Supply Chain Transformation is a key leadership role responsible for driving major supply chain process improvement projects and driving new ways of working.  This position works closely with cross-functional teams across the organization to deliver transformative initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support business growth. The impact of this role is significant, as it ensures projects are completed on time and within budget, directly contributing to fairlife’s reputation for innovation and operational excellence.

responsibilities:

•    Responsible for Supply Chain Transformation projects, focused on IT, procurement, planning, logistics and other categories as assigned
•    Lead, manage, and provide oversight to define project scope, develop and track project budgets, generate detailed project schedules with clear deliverables and timelines, identify, and assign task owners, and resource subject matter experts
•    Prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, adhering to deadlines and ensuring all established milestones are met
•    Ensure project management methodology is rigorously followed and Project Management software is being kept up to date on all Supply Chain projects
•    Effectively follow project financial controls (RFI, RFA, RFP)
•    Schedule and lead project review meetings providing regular progress reports to all key stakeholders and senior leadership
•    Develop and lead steering committees for large, complex projects
•    Identify and resolve issues that place projects or supply chain at risk
•    Work collaboratively with cross functional teams to continuously improve business processes
•    Utilize analytics, process mapping and tools for project life cycle management to meet business needs
•    Ensure city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to projects and implementation are met
•    Other responsibilities in accordance with business needs

skills/qualifications required: 
•    Bachelor’s degree required, PMP/PMO certification preferred 
•    2-5 years’ experience in project management
•    Demonstrated Supply Chain project experience and successfully implementing IT infrastructure and/or enterprise software projects strongly preferred
•    Strong math and reasoning ability
•    Microsoft Planner and Project Management software experience preferred
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Willingness to learn and communicate advanced technical systems and processes
•    Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
•    Proficiency in English: Comfortable with both written and verbal communication, including reading and writing.

working conditions and physical requirements:

•    List where necessary
•    8 hours sitting/standing/walking
•    Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
•    Reaching/bending requirements (if any)
•    Specific atmospheric conditions- office and plant conditions
•    Any other physical requirements

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife, we believe in better — and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically, emotionally, socially, and financially, both in and out of work.
•    Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective day one!
•    Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness insurance)
•    Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
•    Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10,000)
•    Parental support & family care benefits, including childcare resources and lactation support
•    401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
•    Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
•    Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
•    Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
•    Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
•    Tuition reimbursement (up to $10,000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
•    Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
•    Rewards & recognition, matching gifts, free product, and Business Resource Groups
fairlife’s nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are — supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location: Chicago, Illinois
reports to: Director, Supply Chain Transformation
travel requirements: 25%
exempt/nonexempt: exempt 

About the Market Management Department

The Market Management department is the core commercial engine of Gotion Illinois New Energy, established and led by the Head of Market Management (Business Development). The department encompasses sales and business development, BESS power station deployment, Virtual Power Plant and peak shaving programs, commercial EV charging, backup power applications, utility and contract negotiations, government and public affairs, construction and union coordination, and strategic advisory services. This role joins a lean, high-impact team operating at the intersection of business, policy, and clean energy infrastructure.

Position Overview

The Strategic Partnerships & Funding Manager is a newly created strategic role within the Market Management department at Gotion Illinois New Energy. This individual will lead efforts to identify, pursue, and secure investment capital, government grants, federal and state incentive programs, and public funding opportunities that support Gotion’s clean energy manufacturing and energy storage initiatives.

This role requires a commercially minded professional who can navigate complex federal and state funding landscapes, build relationships with government agencies and economic development organizations, and translate Gotion’s business strategy into compelling funding applications and investment proposals. The position works in close collaboration with the Head of Market Management, legal, finance, and project development teams.

Key Responsibilities

Investment Sourcing & Capital Strategy

• Identify and pursue equity, debt, and project finance opportunities for Gotion’s BESS power stations, solar, EV charging, and backup power projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, private equity firms, clean energy funds, development finance institutions, and strategic partners.
• Support the structuring of investment vehicles including SPVs and joint ventures for energy storage and clean energy projects.
• Prepare investment presentations, financial summaries, and due diligence materials for potential investors and financing partners.
• Track and evaluate financing market trends, tax equity structures, and emerging investment vehicles relevant to clean energy assets.

Government Grants & Public Funding

• Lead identification, pursuit, and management of federal and state grant programs, including DOE, IRA, CHIPS Act, EPA, EDA, and SBA programs relevant to clean energy manufacturing and storage.
• Manage the full grant lifecycle — from opportunity identification and eligibility assessment through application, award management, compliance reporting, and closeout.
• Engage with federal agencies, state economic development offices, and elected officials to advance Gotion’s funding priorities.
• Track legislative developments and new bill structures at the state and federal level that create funding or incentive opportunities for the company.
• Coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure compliance with grant terms, reporting requirements, and audit obligations.

Tax Incentives & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage the identification and application of federal and state tax incentives including ITC (§48E), PTC, manufacturing credits, and other clean energy incentive programs.
• Coordinate with external legal and tax counsel on FEOC compliance, SPV structuring, and ITC eligibility requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting investment eligibility, FEOC designations, and clean energy incentive programs.
• Support negotiations with utilities and government entities on financial incentives tied to infrastructure development.

Government & Legislative Affairs

• Support the Head of Market Management in government relations efforts, including direct engagement with elected officials, regulatory bodies, and economic development agencies.
• Assist in the development and advocacy of legislative positions that support clean energy manufacturing, energy storage deployment, and workforce development.
• Represent Gotion Illinois New Energy at public hearings, economic development forums, and government-sponsored events.
• Maintain relationships with local, state, and federal government contacts to advance funding and policy objectives.

Business Development Support

• Collaborate with the Market Management team on sales and business development initiatives, identifying funding mechanisms that make Gotion’s BESS, EV charging, and backup power solutions more accessible to customers.
• Support customer-facing proposals by identifying available incentives, grants, or financing options that strengthen the commercial case.
• Contribute to the development of Virtual Power Plant (VPP), peak shaving, and community solar business models by identifying applicable funding and incentive structures.
• Assist in preparing strategic advisory materials for customers evaluating clean energy infrastructure investments.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: government grant management, energy project finance, commercial banking, business development, economic development, or strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, pursue, and secure funding, capital, or business opportunities — whether through grants, loans, investment, or commercial channels.
• Strong relationship-building skills with government agencies, financial institutions, elected officials, investors, or business community stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing proposals, presentations, applications, or business correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Commercial mindset with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.

Preferred — Energy & Finance Track

• Working knowledge of federal clean energy incentive programs including IRA, DOE loan programs, ITC/PTC structures, and manufacturing credits.
• Experience working with battery energy storage, solar, EV infrastructure, or clean energy manufacturing projects.
• Familiarity with PJM, MISO, or other regional transmission organization (RTO) markets.
• Understanding of FEOC regulations, SPV structuring, or tax equity financing.

Preferred — Banking & Financial Services Track

• Experience in commercial lending, small business banking, financial advisory, or portfolio management.
• Familiarity with SBA programs, economic development loans, or community development financial instruments (CDFIs).
• Background in customer acquisition, account management, and business retention in a financial services context.
• Experience coaching or leading teams in a banking or financial services environment.

Preferred — Both Tracks

• Experience with state-level economic development programs in Illinois, Michigan, or other Midwest states.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in a start-up, high-growth, or newly established department environment.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $155,000.00 – $220,000.00, plus eligibility for 15% bonus and benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by factors such as the role, level, and geographic location. The range listed in the job posting represents the minimum and maximum target salaries for this position across all U.S. locations. Actual compensation within the range will be influenced by the specific work location, along with factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Title: Sr. Brand Manager

Location: Stamford, CT

Job Type: FT | Exempt

About the Role:  

We’re searching for an entrepreneurial Senior Brand Manager ready to own and elevate two budding flower brands in our cannabis portfolio. This is a high-impact role for a strategic marketer who thrives on building brands and driving growth in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry. In this role, you’ll be given room to operate with autonomy, acting as a true brand owner, to shepherd these brands into their next chapter of growth and turn them into true icons within the category.

What You’ll Do: 

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead Brand Strategy & Positioning: Develop and implement comprehensive go‑to‑market plans for each flower brand, defining unique identities and distinct positioning within a competitive landscape. 
• Drive Integrated Programs: Oversee multi‑channel marketing initiatives—including digital, in‑store, events, influencers, and PR—to ignite consumer awareness and preference across all touchpoints. 

• Digital Brand Presence: Oversee website content, social media strategy, and eCommerce optimization to strengthen digital engagement.
• Physical Brand Presence: Drive in-store activations, merchandising, retail advocacy, and branded swag to create tangible consumer touchpoints.
• Promotional Strain Drop Strategy: Develop and execute promotional plans for new strain launches, ensuring excitement and visibility across channels.

• Own Budget & Performance Metrics: Manage brand-specific budgets, measure ROI, monitor KPIs, and optimize investments based on performance data. 
• Build Cross‑Functional Partnerships: Collaborate closely with creative agencies, sales, operations, and field teams to ensure consistent, regulatory‑compliant brand execution across markets.     

What You’ll Bring:

• 5–7 years of experiencein brand management, marketing strategy, or related roles—preferably within CPG or highly regulated industries (e.g., cannabis, alcohol, pharmaceuticals).
• Bachelor’s degreein Marketing, Business, or a related discipline; MBA a plus.
• Proven track record of brand ownership, including developing go-to-market strategies, managing budgets, and leading integrated campaigns.
• Expertise in digital marketing and eCommerce, including social media strategy, content optimization, and performance analytics.
• Experience driving physical brand presence, such as in-store activations, merchandising programs, and promotional events.
• Strong analytical skills—comfortable with market research, trend analysis, and leveraging data to inform decisions.
• Cross-functional leadership skills, with experience collaborating across sales, operations, creative agencies, and field teams.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities, capable of guiding teams with simple, clear communications and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: eager to shape and grow emerging brands with creativity and resilience.

Title, level, and compensation commensurate with experience

Title: Sr. Brand Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Type: FT | Exempt

About the Role:  

We’re searching for an entrepreneurial Senior Brand Manager ready to own and elevate two budding flower brands in our cannabis portfolio. This is a high-impact role for a strategic marketer who thrives on building brands and driving growth in a fast-paced, highly regulated industry. In this role, you’ll be given room to operate with autonomy, acting as a true brand owner, to shepherd these brands into their next chapter of growth and turn them into true icons within the category.

What You’ll Do: 

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead Brand Strategy & Positioning: Develop and implement comprehensive go‑to‑market plans for each flower brand, defining unique identities and distinct positioning within a competitive landscape. 
• Drive Integrated Programs: Oversee multi‑channel marketing initiatives—including digital, in‑store, events, influencers, and PR—to ignite consumer awareness and preference across all touchpoints. 

• Digital Brand Presence: Oversee website content, social media strategy, and eCommerce optimization to strengthen digital engagement.
• Physical Brand Presence: Drive in-store activations, merchandising, retail advocacy, and branded swag to create tangible consumer touchpoints.
• Promotional Strain Drop Strategy: Develop and execute promotional plans for new strain launches, ensuring excitement and visibility across channels.

• Own Budget & Performance Metrics: Manage brand-specific budgets, measure ROI, monitor KPIs, and optimize investments based on performance data. 
• Build Cross‑Functional Partnerships: Collaborate closely with creative agencies, sales, operations, and field teams to ensure consistent, regulatory‑compliant brand execution across markets.     

What You’ll Bring:

• 5–7 years of experience in brand management, marketing strategy, or related roles—preferably within CPG or highly regulated industries (e.g., cannabis, alcohol, pharmaceuticals).
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related discipline; MBA a plus.
• Proven track record of brand ownership, including developing go-to-market strategies, managing budgets, and leading integrated campaigns.
• Expertise in digital marketing and eCommerce, including social media strategy, content optimization, and performance analytics.
• Experience driving physical brand presence, such as in-store activations, merchandising programs, and promotional events.
• Strong analytical skills—comfortable with market research, trend analysis, and leveraging data to inform decisions.
• Cross-functional leadership skills, with experience collaborating across sales, operations, creative agencies, and field teams.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities, capable of guiding teams with simple, clear communications and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset: eager to shape and grow emerging brands with creativity and resilience.

Title, level, and compensation commensurate with experience

The Role

The Nursery Technician is responsible for maintaining the vegetation cycle of all sustainable plants within the facility. Cannabis is a heavily regulated industry; therefore, all employees are required to follow safety and compliance regulations.

Essential Functions

• Caring for plants in the vegetative state in either the mom, clone or veg room.
• Tasks may include transplanting, cutting clones, watering, trimming, bottoming, topping, pruning, defoliating, etc.
• The ability to recognize requirements associated with the strain, growth patterns and identify anomalies within the plants. 
• Depending on Cultivation needs, you may need to participate in all aspects of plant maintenance.
• Reporting any issues to Leadership to ensure a timely fix or solution if problems arise.
• Use dexterity, coordination, and precision to perform tasks that require manual manipulation to perform plant maintenance activities including defoliation, pruning, and other activities as required.
• Meet production goals while maintaining an elevated level of performance, safety, and quality.
• Maintain open communication with Leadership team and co-workers.
• Cleans and sanitizes all flower rooms, benches, irrigation systems, etc. to ensure cleanliness.
• The ability to Interpret and follow cultivation schedules.
• Follow department specific work instructions and SOP’s. 

Safety & Compliance

• Be aware of hazards in the workspace. 
• Retain and understand department specific training.
• Report safety incidents/ concerns and comply with follow-up actions.
• Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements. 
• Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements.
• Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor.
• Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor.
• Report and escalate safety & quality concerns.

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to repetitively climb ladders and/or stairs and work from elevated platforms.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is 85+ degrees and 70% humidity for extended periods.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Certifications preferred
• Prior experience in manufacturing, or fast-paced environment
• Ability to utilize simple math for calculations.
• High focus and attention to detail.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by a manager or lead.
• Prior cannabis experience not required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be at a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must possess valid state ID.
• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements to work in in cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)

The Role 

As a manufacturing facility Plant Controller with Green Thumb, you will be an integral part of the plant management team as well as a key member of the Operations Finance team. As such, this position requires direct involvement in both plant operations and accounting/finance activities and initiatives as required. Duties include overall responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of financial and operational management information to be used in reporting financial results as well as managing the facility, and more specifically as follows; 

 This position is based in our Oglesby, IL manufacturing facility and requires onsite work 5 days a week. 

Responsibilities 

• Perform monthly closing of financials for facility in accordance with GAAP and Company policy  

• Prepare monthly analysis of financial results including variance / bridging analysis in coordination with the facility GM and operational staff  

• Coordination and oversight of physical inventories, SOX, and audits with plant sites  

• Prepare daily/weekly labor utilization plan, including headcount and overtime reporting  

• Lead and prepare annual budget and monthly forecasts comparing projected results to prior year, budget and previous forecasts  

• Coordinate evaluation of capital projects and approval process  

• Maintain fixed asset register: record new assets, transfers or retirements and calculate monthly depreciation figures 

• Perform operational analysis, trend projections and forecasting  

• Lead site level financial meetings, participate in site level leadership meetings, provide financial visibility to business partners for decision making 

• Review site performance and KPI data with management; understand trends and help analyze root causes. 

• Lead and/or participate on cross-functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs  

• Provide reports and data to manufacturing department heads to assist them in managing their department expenses (including, but not limited to spending reports, operating reports, and variance analyses)  

• Work with operations finance team to calculate, analyze, and maintain data to determine standard costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor   

• Responsible to monitor and maintain proper inventory reporting and control at the site - Inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, inventory discard process etc.  

• Responsible for balance sheet account reconciliations  

• Assist ERP Project implementation team and lead site level ERP implementation 

• Responsible to hire, train, lead, and develop site level finance resources 

• Provide financial support on as needed basis to general manager and other facility employees  

• Conduct ad hoc analyses, special projects, and other duties as assigned   

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field  

• 5+ years of Operations finance or cost accounting experience in a manufacturing/production environment  

• Proven mastery of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations  

• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness  

• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment  

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally  

• Possesses a high level of critical thinking  

• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information  

• High attention to detail and accuracy  

• Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb 

Additional Requirements 

• Must pass any and all required background checks  

• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry  

• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry 

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The Role 

As a manufacturing facility Plant Controller with Green Thumb, you will be an integral part of the plant management team as well as a key member of the Operations Finance team. As such, this position requires direct involvement in both plant operations and accounting/finance activities and initiatives as required. Duties include overall responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of financial and operational management information to be used in reporting financial results as well as managing the facility, and more specifically as follows; 

This position is based in our Oglesby, IL manufacturing facility and requires onsite work 5 days a week. 

Relocation package available.  

Responsibilities 

• Perform monthly closing of financials for facility in accordance with GAAP and Company policy  

• Prepare monthly analysis of financial results including variance / bridging analysis in coordination with the facility GM and operational staff  

• Coordination and oversight of physical inventories, SOX, and audits with plant sites  

• Prepare daily/weekly labor utilization plan, including headcount and overtime reporting  

• Lead and prepare annual budget and monthly forecasts comparing projected results to prior year, budget and previous forecasts  

• Coordinate evaluation of capital projects and approval process  

• Maintain fixed asset register: record new assets, transfers or retirements and calculate monthly depreciation figures 

• Perform operational analysis, trend projections and forecasting  

• Lead site level financial meetings, participate in site level leadership meetings, provide financial visibility to business partners for decision making 

• Review site performance and KPI data with management; understand trends and help analyze root causes. 

• Lead and/or participate on cross-functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs  

• Provide reports and data to manufacturing department heads to assist them in managing their department expenses (including, but not limited to spending reports, operating reports, and variance analyses)  

• Work with operations finance team to calculate, analyze, and maintain data to determine standard costs of business activity such as raw material purchases, inventory, and labor   

• Responsible to monitor and maintain proper inventory reporting and control at the site - Inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, inventory discard process etc.  

• Responsible for balance sheet account reconciliations  

• Assist ERP Project implementation team and lead site level ERP implementation 

• Responsible to hire, train, lead, and develop site level finance resources 

• Provide financial support on as needed basis to general manager and other facility employees  

• Conduct ad hoc analyses, special projects, and other duties as assigned   

Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field  

• 5+ years of Operations finance or cost accounting experience in a manufacturing/production environment  

• Proven mastery of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations  

• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness  

• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment  

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally  

• Possesses a high level of critical thinking  

• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information  

• High attention to detail and accuracy  

• Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb 

Additional Requirements 

• Must pass any and all required background checks  

• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry  

• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry 

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Training Specialist

Location ： Manteno, IL / Plant Site

Department: Human Resources / Talent Development

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and operationally driven Training Specialist to design, coordinate, and deliver training programs for our U.S. new energy manufacturing facility. You will serve as the central hub for workforce capability building—covering production operators, maintenance technicians, quality inspectors, engineers, and expatriate staff—ensuring all programs align with OSHA, EPA, and industry-specific safety standards, while supporting our rapid operational ramp-up.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training Program Design & Delivery

- Develop and implement onboarding, OJT (On-the-Job Training), and continuous upskilling programs for hourly and salaried employees across production, process engineering, quality, EHS, and warehouse logistics.

- Build role-based learning paths (e.g., Cell Assembly Technician → Senior Technician → Lead) with clear competency milestones and certification criteria.

- Deliver instructor-led training (ILT) and coordinate virtual/hybrid sessions; facilitate both classroom and shop-floor practical instruction.

1. Technical & Compliance Curriculum

- Partner with EHS, Quality, and Engineering to create and maintain mandatory training modules on:

- OSHA 10/30, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), confined space, hot work, and PPE protocols.

- Battery-specific safety: electrolyte handling, thermal runaway awareness, high-voltage safety, and hazardous material (hazmat) procedures.

- Quality systems: IATF 16949, ISO 9001, SPC, FMEA, and control plan fundamentals.

- Environmental compliance: EPA spill prevention, waste disposal, and stormwater protocols.

- Ensure 100% compliance training completion tracking and timely renewal reminders.

1. Training Operations & LMS Management

- Administer the Learning Management System (LMS); upload content, assign curricula, track completions, and generate monthly training dashboards for leadership review.

- Maintain training records in accordance with ISO standards, customer audit requirements, and state/federal labor regulations.

- Manage training logistics: scheduling, room/equipment booking, material printing, vendor coordination, and attendance tracking.

1. Expatriate & Cross-Cultural Support

- Coordinate technical and cultural onboarding for China-expatriate engineers and managers, including basic workplace English, local safety norms, and U.S. labor culture orientation.

- Support reverse-assignment programs (e.g., U.S. blue-collar staff training at China HQ) by preparing pre-departure briefings and cross-cultural communication guides.

1. Vendor & Budget Management

- Evaluate and manage external training vendors (e.g., community colleges, OSHA-authorized trainers, equipment OEM trainers).

- Prepare annual training budgets, track spend, and negotiate contracts to optimize cost per employee.

1. Continuous Improvement

- Conduct training needs analysis (TNA) via surveys, supervisor interviews, and skills-gap assessments.

- Measure training effectiveness through Kirkpatrick Level 1–3 evaluations (reaction, learning, behavior) and iterate curriculum accordingly.

Qualifications

Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

- 3+ years of training or L&D experience in a manufacturing environment; new energy, automotive, or battery industry strongly preferred.

- Proven track record of building shop-floor technical training for blue-collar and skilled-trade populations.

- Hands-on experience with an LMS (e.g., Workday Learning, Cornerstone, SAP SuccessFactors, or Docebo).

Skills & Competencies

- Strong instructional design ability: can convert SOPs and engineering specs into digestible training content.

- Excellent facilitation and presentation skills; comfortable training groups of 5–50 on the production floor.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate) is a plus.

- Data-driven mindset: able to build Excel/Google Sheets training reports and analyze completion rates, test scores, and skills gaps.

- Bilingual in **English and Mandarin Chinese** is highly preferred to support expatriate integration and HQ collaboration.

Certifications (Preferred)

- ATD Master Trainer, CPTD, or equivalent instructional design certification.

- OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour certification; Train-the-Trainer credentials.

- Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt or lean manufacturing training background.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in a **startup or greenfield manufacturing facility** (0→1 plant launch).

- Familiarity with battery cell manufacturing processes: mixing, coating, calendaring, slitting, winding, assembly, formation, and module/pack integration.

- Prior exposure to unionized workforce training protocols or joint labor-management apprenticeship programs.

- Knowledge of U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) registered apprenticeship frameworks.

Reporting & Collaboration

- U.S. HR Director of Training

- Collaborates closely with plant Manager, EHS Manager, Quality Manager, Engineering Managers, and China HQ Training Center

Position: Training & Development Intern (On-site, Chicago Factory)

Location: Chicago, IL (On-site at our manufacturing facility)

Duration: January 2026 (20 weeks, full-time)

Reports to: Training & Development line manager

 About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and hands-on Training & Development Intern to support our factory operations in Chicago. This role is ideal for a candidate with prior internship experience in training, instructional design, or workforce development, who is eager to apply their skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work on-site to assist in the creation, delivery, and evaluation of training programs for factory employees, contributing directly to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

 Key Responsibilities

- Assist in the development and updating of training materials (e.g., work instructions, SOPs, safety guides, digital learning modules) for factory personnel.

- Shadow and support trainers in delivering on-the-job (OJT) and classroom-style training sessions for new hires and upskilling programs.

- Help coordinate training schedules, track attendance, and maintain training records in the Learning Management System (LMS).

- Observe and document workflow processes to identify gaps and recommend improvements to existing training content.

- Participate in safety training initiatives, including toolbox talks, safety walkthroughs, and compliance training support.

- Support the evaluation of training effectiveness through surveys, assessments, and feedback collection.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Safety, Quality, HR) to ensure training alignment with plant goals.

- Assist in digitizing and organizing training assets for easy access and scalability.

 Qualifications & Requirements

- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology, Education, or a related field.

- Prior internship or project experience in training, instructional design, or corporate learning is required.

- Basic understanding of adult learning principles and training evaluation methods (e.g., Kirkpatrick model).

- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment; willingness to wear PPE and adhere to all safety protocols.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to interact respectfully with diverse teams.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); experience with LMS or e-learning tools (Articulate, Canva, etc.) is a plus.

- Self-starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Must be able to work full-time on-site at our Chicago factory for the duration of the internship.

 Preferred Skills

- Familiarity with OSHA or manufacturing safety standards.

- Experience creating video or multimedia training content.

- Basic data analysis skills to interpret training metrics.

- Bilingual abilities (Spanish or Polish) are a strong asset in our diverse workforce.

Summary of Position
The Consumer Insights Manager will be responsible for helping to shape the future of R&D at Imbibe through data collection and analysis, insights generation, and storytelling. This role will work in conjunction with the Director – Product Development and Innovation to help scope the growth pipeline for the organization, inclusive of generating insights on market trends and unmet needs to inform the ingredient innovation pipeline. Additionally, this role will support the marketing and sales organization with consumer and market insights that inform the creation of winning marketing programs and sales prospecting strategies. Ideal candidates would feel comfortable using primary and secondary data to build stories and answer questions for the organization that would inform strategy, as well as create impactful presentations to both internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Job Duties
Market and Consumer Insights

• Market research to support innovation – market sizing research, trending claims and ingredients to address through our own innovations
• Conduct market landscape assessments to support innovation strategy, including market sizing, competitive scans, trend analysis, and whitespace identification
• Product development insights – trending claims and products types, trending flavors to support demo development and product development showcase work
• Flavor insights – trending flavor territories and specific flavors broadly and within categories to support marketing presentations/programs and development/applications work
• Own relationships with research vendors and act as the subject matter expert on primary and secondary research tools

Marketing Program and Sales Insights

• Assess marketing program effectiveness and web analytics
• Provide insights to shape and optimize marketing programs, customer campaigns, and thought-leadership content
• Uncover flavor trends to support marketing programs
• Internal insights program – have an outward looking view of the market and be able to share insights with internal teams to inform content creation, sales programs, and connections with customers
• Develop an internal insights-sharing program to consistently communicate market learnings across cross-functional teams

Insights Storytelling

• Marketing presentation storyline co-creation
• Primary research to support marketing programs, showcases, and other customer requests – and the ability to report of research findings; be able to generate, program, and analyze surveys (both qualitative and quantitative)
• Gather data and generate insights to help us create engaging content and shape internal strategy
• Ability to create and deliver presentations to internal and external audiences
• Support the creation of compelling storylines for marketing presentations, customer meetings, and innovation showcases
• Design, program, and analyze primary research studies (quantitative and qualitative) to support marketing, product development, and customer requests
• Distill complex data sets into clear, meaningful insights that shape content creation, influence internal strategy, and elevate customer engagements
• Build and deliver high-quality presentations to internal stakeholders and external partners, including customers and senior leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in marketing, market research, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in insights/research related role, ideally within the flavor or food industry (5+ years preferred)
• Strong understanding of primary and secondary research methodologies and data analysis/ presentation
• Skilled at working cross functionally and in a team environment
• Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; must be able to exchange accurate information effectively throughout and outside the organization
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, ability to work independently
• Passion for Imbibe's mission
• Strong capabilities in Microsoft applications
• Familiarity with syndicated data tools (e.g., Nielsen, Circana, Mintel or equivalents)
• Independently motivated
• Good interpersonal/teamwork skills and a sense of business/technical interrelationships
• Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in a changing, entrepreneurial environment
• Regularly operates a computer and other machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine computer and printer

Working Conditions

• Office Setting

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead all human resources functions for our Gotion Giga Illinois brownfield manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for building and scaling HR infrastructure during plant ramp-up, while serving as a strategic partner to plant leadership.

The ideal candidate brings 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant exposure to manufacturing environments, and thrives in fast-paced, high-growth operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Plant HR Strategy & Ramp-Up
  • Drive the full HR buildout for the Giga IL facility, including policies, procedures, and workforce planning.
  • Partner with leadership to support rapid scaling and operational readiness.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
  • Lead recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried roles.
  • Develop workforce plans aligned with production and business goals.
• Employee Relations & Performance Management
  • Manage employee relations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
  • Implement and oversee performance management processes.
• Training & Development
  • Design and implement training programs to support onboarding, compliance, and skill development.
  • Promote leadership development and succession planning.
• Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversight
  • Partner with corporate teams to administer competitive compensation and benefits programs.
  • Ensure accurate payroll processes and compliance.
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, OSHA, EEOC, etc.).
  • Maintain HR policies aligned with legal and corporate standards.
• Leadership Partnership
  • Act as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on organizational design, culture, and workforce challenges.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve HR-related issues.
• Culture & Engagement
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment.
  • Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with strong manufacturing or plant environment experience required.
• Proven experience supporting high-growth, ramp-up, or startup operations (strongly preferred).
• Deep knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to influence leadership and drive change.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior leadership experience managing HR staff or teams preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $130,000 – $150,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO package
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization

Gotion Illinois is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Pack Production Quality Manager to lead plant‑level pack quality operations and ensure world‑class production output. This leader will oversee quality engineering, inspection activities, and cross‑functional problem solving to ensure all products meet Gotion's standards and customer requirements. The Senior pack production quality manager will drive quality strategy, strengthen systems, mentor engineering staff, and act as a key liaison for customer quality concerns.

This role requires strong communication skills, customer‑oriented mindset, and the ability to manage pressure, resolve escalations, and influence continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

Job Requirements:

• Lead the Pack  mProduction Quality Engineering team, inspectors, and quality technicians across manufacturing lines. Build and manager internal quality KPIs.
• Develop and execute plant‑level quality strategies to reduce risk, improve stability, and ensure compliance with customer and industry standards.
• Serve as the primary quality escalation contact for production and customer-facing issues.

• Oversee collection and analysis of quality metrics including defect rates, return rates, and process capability indices (CPK, PPK, CMK).Support and review internal control plans: PFMEA and inspection standards.
• Identify trends, systemic risks, and improvement opportunities; ensure preventative actions are implemented effectively.

• Direct and validate root cause analysis (RCA) for quality issues; lead corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Drive Kaizen, DOE, SPC improvements, and Lean-based quality enhancements across production processes.

• Manage the non-conforming product process, including segregation, material review, disposition, and ledger accuracy.
• Supervise rework operations, ensuring proper documentation, execution, and verification testing.
• Strengthen systems to minimize recurrence and cost impact.

• Ensure proper implementation of control plans, inspection standards, and corrective action systems across the production floor.
• Conduct layered audits and oversee inspectors’ effectiveness and performance.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and all internal quality standards.

• Train and mentor operators, engineers, and inspectors on quality standards, processes, and tools.
• Work closely with production, engineering, equipment, and customer teams to resolve issues and drive alignment.
• Support external customer audits, manage customer complaints, and provide timely and professional responses during escalations.

• Ensure accurate documentation of all quality activities, including process quality reports, audit summaries, RCA documentation, and CAPA tracking.
• Promote adoption of industry best practices, lessons learned, and support plant‑wide quality system optimization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of quality engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; battery or automotive industry strongly preferred.
• 2–3+ years of leadership experience managing engineers, quality teams, or major quality programs.
• Deep knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and core quality tools (SPC, FMEA, 8D, 5Why, Fishbone, DOE, MSA, etc.).
• Experience with Kaizen, CAPA methodologies, and statistical problem-solving.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems/software.
• Excellent communication, conflict‑resolution, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, handle customer complaints under pressure, and drive decisive action.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $145,000.00 - $170,000.00 + 20% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.   

COMPANY OVERVIEW

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your eyes, hands, arms, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to design innovative, high performance PPE that helps ensure workers return home in the same condition they arrived.  Our mission is to provide the protection that makes this possible, for every worker, everywhere.

SUMMARY

We're looking for an aggressive and disciplined sales professional with a problem solving consultative sales approach, expertise in specifying products to large end users and experience managing distributors in the industrial and/or PPE markets.

LOCATION

The territory for this position is the state of Illinois. The location of the home office for a Regional Sales Manager is flexible but preferably in the Greater Chicagoland Area. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with plant safety professionals at large industrial end users to identify safety problems and opportunities to reduce injuries and costs
• Recommend, specify and/or develop appropriate HexArmor solutions
• Assist customer Safety Management and at times with purchasing/procurement to build economic justification based on reduction in injuries and PPE costs
• Assist plant and divisional safety management in the roll out of new PPE policies locally, regionally, and nationally
• Establish relationships and credibility with divisional and corporate level safety officers
• Establish productive relationships and credibility with local, regional, and national distribution management
• Support and develop champions at local, regional, and national safety distribution partners
• Collaborate with inside sales person at HexArmor using a team-based sales approach when needed. Communicate effectively with inside sales counterpart to keep her/him informed of territory activities.
• Communicate product and market needs to Product Development and sales management
• Work with Supply Chain as needed to share information around existing and new business to ensure appropriate inventory levels
• Provide training for distributors’ inside and outside sales personnel in their region
• Able to give impactful local/regional level safety presentations
• Manages a detailed book of business plus actively working a target list
• Meets with end users both at the field level and executive level
• Attend industry specific regional and national safety conferences as required
• Using Salesforce.com CRM to plan and record daily, weekly, monthly activities
• Forecast pending and future business in CRM opportunity management system for inventory planning
• Manage expenses to maintain profitability targets for the region including travel, samples, distributor support
• Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed by sales management
• Ability to travel 60% or more 

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven ability to help customers solve problems
• Desire and ability to work in fast-paced environment and be part of a high performance team
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work efficiently without daily supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaboratively by phone/email to prospects and customers.
• Process driven and ability to manage customer expectations thru the HexArmor solutions process
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
• Ability to learn and use CRM---Salesforce.com

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor’s degree and or 2+ years’ experience in industrial sales work experience preferred
• Proven success managing a multi-state territory
• Experience working for a manufacturer or distributor calling on end users and distributors
• Proven success in industrial accounts a plus

COMPENSATION 

• Base Salary + Quarterly Commission
• Base Salary Pay Scale: Generally starting at $60,000-$95,000
• The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Full coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k matching
• Vehicle, Gasoline, lodging, and meal expenses covered
• Paid time off and vacations
• Opportunity to keep people safe by selling a premium product

HexArmor is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

At HexArmor, we believe diversity in people and ideas makes us stronger. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee workforce honoring people’s experiences, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds. As one HexArmor community, we strive to create and maintain a working environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and impartial.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

** Employment offers are contingent upon an E-Verify check and the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check **

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly driven and experienced EHS Manager to lead and oversee all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at our advanced lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL. This role is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing risk, fostering a proactive safety culture, and supporting operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environment.

The EHS Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to plant leadership, driving continuous improvement in safety performance while ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Program Leadership

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve comprehensive EHS programs, policies, and procedures in alignment with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational safety regulations.
• Lead environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance initiatives.
• Maintain emergency response plans, hazardous materials management, and waste disposal programs.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to proactively identify hazards and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Lead root cause investigations for incidents, near misses, and environmental events.
• Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near-miss reporting, etc.) to drive measurable improvements.
• Champion a culture of safety ownership and accountability across all levels of the organization.

Training & Culture Development

• Design and deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and leadership.
• Ensure onboarding safety training and ongoing compliance certifications are current.
• Promote employee engagement through safety committees and behavioral-based safety initiatives.

Documentation & Reporting

• Manage EHS records, documentation, and reporting systems.
• Prepare and submit required regulatory reports.
• Maintain audit readiness for regulatory inspections and third-party assessments.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and leadership teams to integrate safety into all business processes.
• Support corporate sustainability and environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance regulations.
• Experience in lithium-ion battery manufacturing, energy storage systems (ESS), or high-hazard manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement scalable EHS programs.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, leadership, and presentation abilities.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM) are a plus.

Position Summary

The Lean Supervisor is responsible for driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and lean manufacturing initiatives across factory operations. Under the leadership of the Department Manager, this role leads OEE performance analysis, lean project execution, employee engagement initiatives, and standardization efforts to improve production efficiency, equipment utilization, and operational discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct statistical analysis of workshop OEE data and implement improvement measures to increase equipment efficiency and line performance.

• Establish and lead lean improvement project teams to promote employee-driven, proposal-based improvements.

• Organize and execute plant-wide lean improvement activities.

• Lead on-site 5S initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

• Assist in developing and maintaining standard work and lean documentation.

Operational Performance & Capacity Analysis

• Coordinate with workshop teams to collect, verify, and calculate OEE data.

• Prepare capacity analysis reports and conduct production line capacity evaluations.

• Improve equipment takt time, reduce equipment failure rates, and increase production capacity.

• Drive improvements in equipment efficiency and production flow.

Training, Engagement & Governance

• Train workshop employees on lean tools and methodologies to build continuous improvement culture.

• Organize weekly and monthly lean project review meetings.

• Track, report, and communicate improvement progress and results.

• Support headquarters-led lean initiatives at the factory level.

• Mobilize employee participation, conduct evaluations, and support recognition/reward programs.

Standards, Compliance & Sustainability

• Compile, revise, and maintain lean standard documents.

• Supervise implementation and compliance of lean standards.

• Own and lead factory-wide 5S programs and sustainability.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, and Outlook.

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

• High learning agility and adaptability.

• Strong execution discipline and operational focus.

• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Strong team leadership and collaboration mindset.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence roles.

• Experience with OEE systems, performance analytics, and production metrics.

• Manufacturing experience in battery, EV, automotive, industrial, or high-volume production environments.

• Experience leading Kaizen, 5S, TPM, and CI initiatives.

Role Summary:

This role provides end-to-end operational leadership for scaling battery pack manufacturing from prototype through high-volume serial production, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, cost, and efficiency. The position builds and leads a high-performing manufacturing organization, establishes robust KPIs, and drives a culture of continuous improvement through lean manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives. Partnering cross-functionally with engineering, product development, finance, and EHS, the role ensures seamless process integration, cost reduction, and achievement of Annual Operating Plan objectives. The leader will also manage budgets, deploy advanced operational technologies, and collaborate with executive leadership to support long-term strategic growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Oversee the ramp-up and ongoing operations of battery pack manufacturing, transitioning from prototype to high-volume serial production while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Team Development: Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team, including managers, supervisors, technicians, and operators, fostering a culture of operational excellence and accountability.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and implement manufacturing KPIs to track safety, people, costs, performance, efficiency, and sustainability, ensuring alignment with plant-wide strategic objectives.
• Technology Integration: Support the deployment of active management tools (e.g., SCADA) to enhance operational control, real-time decision-making, and quality assurance.
• Operational Excellence: Establish a cadence for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reviews, driving continuous improvement through operational excellence initiatives and achieving Annual Operating Plan (AOP) milestones.
• Budget Management: Develop and maintain the operational budget, achieving conversation cost targets through cost-saving measures, kaizen events, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments such as product development, planning, finance, manufacturing engineering, safety (EHS), and operations engineering to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes.
• Process Optimization: Utilize technical expertise to drive process and product improvements, addressing quality concerns, enhancing manufacturability, and improving customer satisfaction.
• Cost Reduction: Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce scrap, optimize resource utilization, and achieve significant year-over-year cost reductions (e.g., 20% operational expense reduction, 80% reduction in scrap per vehicle).
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with executive leadership to develop the plant/department AOP, aligning with strategic plans and cascading continuous improvement projects throughout the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Engineering, and ideally an MBA
• 10+ years of experience in construction management, with at least 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 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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $190,000.00 - $238,000.00 + 20% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Cost Accountant to join our team at Gotion Inc's Illinois Manufacturing plant in Manteno, IL. The ideal candidate will have experience in analyzing manufacturing costs, preparing financial reports, and developing cost reduction strategies. Proficiency in Chinese is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze manufacturing costs and identify areas for improvement
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies
• Track and monitor variances between actual and budgeted costs
• Maintain accurate records of all cost accounting transactions
• Work closely with the Cost Accounting Manager to ensure compliance with all accounting policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in cost accounting
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting principles and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to Have:

• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle ERP

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the construction of our new brownfield EV battery manufacturing plant from start to finish in Kankakee County, Illinois.
• Develop and implement a construction plan that ensures the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate with all stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, and government agencies.
• Oversee all aspects of construction, including site preparation, foundation work, building construction, and installation of equipment, including the shipment and installation of manufacturing machinery.
• Ensure that all safety and environmental regulations are met.
• Manage the project budget and track expenses.
• Communicate regularly with the Chief Engineer and other senior management on the progress of the project.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Fluent in Mandarin/Chinese, ideally Native.
• 10+ years of experience in construction management, with at least 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 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.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 - $200,000 + 20% bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team at Gotion Inc's Illinois Manufacturing plant in Manteno, IL. The ideal candidate will have experience in processing invoices, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely payments. Proficiency in Chinese is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve any discrepancies
• Ensure timely payments to vendors
• Maintain accurate records of all accounts payable transactions
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports
• Reconcile bank statements and identify any discrepancies
• Work closely with the Accounts Payable Manager to ensure compliance with all accounting policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable
• Experience with accounting software such as SAP or Oracle ERP
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work for a growing global company
• Chance to make a real impact on the company's success