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 Human Resources Business Partner at BlueOval SK – BlueOval 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 the ground up.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

Encouraging an effective, inclusive work culture at BlueOval SK, balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company mission, vision and valuesBuilding strong relationships with operations partners, HR colleagues, and other business partners to jointly deliver strategic objectives and resolve issuesLeading HR efforts related to investigations, governmental inquiries / charges, problem resolution, performance and absence management, complaints of unfair employment practices / discrimination, and disciplinary actionCoaching, counseling, and educating salaried operations partners on HR policies, processes, programs and plansLeverages data and analytics to inform a point of view, and create actionable insights in support of strategic people prioritiesManaging personnel relations, and safety, health and environment activities as requiredUses human-centered design & empathy to inform decisions and create products and services that improve the employee experienceSupporting recruitment, onboarding, payroll, training, projects, data analysis, and other HR functions as requiredWorks collaboratively in a team environment

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related HR field or equivalent years’ experience3+ years of HR experience in a combination of the following areas: employee relations, employee engagement, coaching and development, talent management, conflict resolution, data analysis, DEI, succession planning, business consulting, compensation and rewards, talent acquisition, and organizational development and designStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and other technology and tools that support collaboration

Preferred Requirements:

Master’s degree or MBA with a concentration in HR or a related fieldExperience with high-performing projects or teamsExperience with delivering HR process improvement actionsDemonstrated conflict management skillsProven team player with excellent verbal and written communication Attention to detail and ability to think strategically Intellectual curiosity and strong creative problem-solving abilitiesAction-oriented with a focus on calculated risk-taking, speed and simplicityKnowledge of employment law

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.

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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

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.