Introduction to BlueOval SK Battery Park

Ford is investing $11.4 billion to build two state-of-the art manufacturing facilities, BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky.  Ford has selected to partner with SK Innovation for their battery expertise.

For more information about Ford’s BlueOval Plans, please Follow this link.

Introduction to BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence. 

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

The Change Management Manager at BlueOval SK Battery Park in Glendale, Kentucky will have a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a key member of the start-up team, launching the facility from ground up.

This role will be responsible for using Six-Sigma approach to improving all areas of the business within the facility including, but not limited to:

Plan and Manage changes to the system

Plan and implement revisions and improvements to meet the new standards as the manufacturing operating systems matureLead and facilitate cost studies involving proposed material and process changes that influence operational or capital requirementsFacilitate information sharing between Ford/SK product development, customers and general affairsResponsible to confirm change control processes / tasks across all functional areas are communicated, documented and executedDrive the creation and coordination of work plans (downtime, shutdown, manage the change), and ensure the team is executing. Evaluate the effectiveness of work plansAdhere to and modify Time & Data Management to promote, support, and coach a continuous improvement mindset and activities in the teamResponsible to organize, track and manage all material and process changes through notice, functional trial and purchase part approval process (PPAP)Lead cross-functional manage the change, special builds and process change meetings and activities.

Support issues raised by the teams

Coach, teach, and feedback on resolution of abnormalities, and validate closure of concerns (facilitates permanent corrective actions)Drive continuous improvement on systemic abnormalities to prevent reoccurrence (Only Day shift Team Manager)Support plant capital improvement project funding and implementation activitiesSupport plant-led launch activities, capital expenditure commitment and checkbook balancingMonitor and confirm that manufacturing operating system standards are being applied and adhered to throughout the areaFacilitate Results Process through utilization of standard processes and toolsDevelop, coach, and support to achieve SQDCPME objectives

Communication and Recognition Enable a culture of learning through demonstration of effective communication skillsRespect and encourage respect of all team members by my actions

Develop highly competent and motivated people

Mentor, nurture, develop teams to own working together, modeling the BlueOval SK values and expected behaviorsDevelop and provide feedback for professional developmentEnsure completion of administrative responsibilitiesEnsure basic administrative activities are completed, as requiredCapabilities RequiredLeading transformational changeInnovationCritical thinkingResourcefulnessConfidence, courage and independenceStrong interpersonal and influencing skills, collaboratorDrive for results and sense of urgencyCurious and data drivenChange Management and Organizational DesignMinimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering disciplineExperience:Production experienceStrong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant managementStrong ability to present in front of plant managementAbility to teach Production System principlesCompetent in the use of data for decision makingAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingAbility to work effectively as part of a teamExcellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to resolve diverse problems

Need to work well under pressure and to be able to work under crisis management when necessary

Having the ability to work and multi-task in fast-paced environment

Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering discipline or strong manufacturing experience preferredLead Process Coach experience6-sigma designation preferredStrong analytical skills and quick decision making capability preferredMicrosoft Office knowledge (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Additional Information

Future relocation to Kentucky is required.

Employment for this position will be by BlueOval SK, LLC

About BlueOval SK

At BlueOval SK, we will lead the transformation of the electric vehicle (EV) battery business through partnership (Joint Venture formed by Ford and SK On) to provide products and processes to increase our customers’ experience. As the future of BlueOval SK, you will help lead the battery revolution by working alongside our teams as we build the batteries required for electric vehicle business excellence.  We have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career.

The Opportunity

Ford and SK On are investing billions in Kentucky and Tennessee including building three state-of-the art battery manufacturing facilities between the two campuses at BlueOval City in Tennessee and BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. These brand-new advanced manufacturing facilities will use Ford’s 100-years of automobile manufacturing expertise and SK On’s 30+ years of electric vehicle battery expertise to become the world’s best battery manufacturer.

For more information about  BlueOval SK plans, please Follow this link.

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the BlueOval SK family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition. If you have what it takes to help us lead the transformation of the EV battery business, we’d love to have you join us.

Benefits Include:

401k plan with retirement planning services401k company matching after completing three months of serviceMedical and prescription drug coverageDental and vision coveragePreventative CareEligibility for great ancillary benefits including: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD), Employee Basic Life and Accidental Death Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and Employee Supplemental Life InsuranceAccess to Paid Time Off (PTO) after completing probationary period and Emergency PTOParental LeaveAccess to Ford Vehicle Discount ProgramClimate-controlled working environmentFor a full list of benefits, visit our website: https://blueovalsk.com/opportunities

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Candidates for positions with BlueOval SK must be legally authorized to work in the United States. BlueOval SK does not sponsor employment VISAs for candidates at this time. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.