Introduction to BlueOval SK Battery Park

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 leader in battery manufacturing.

For more information about BlueOval SK Plans, please Follow this link. (https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2021/09/27/ford-to-lead-americas-shift-to-electric-vehicles.html)

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 Production Supervisor position 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 .

The BlueOval SK Production Supervisor will lead a respective area and team within the Battery site in Glendale, KY in line with the facility Production System. This role will be responsible for leading a team of hourly employees at the facility including, but not limited to:

• Coach Safety, Quality and Productivity to ensure objectives are met through following standardized work.

• Build Team Leader and Team Member capability.

• Create a conducive work environment for the team(s) to complete their assigned responsibilities / tasks.

• Review production schedules and make suggestions on the labor plans to meet the scheduled requirements.

• Manage attendance of operators.

• Coach and train operators to develop production skills and technical/general competencies related to production.

• Evaluate the operator’s performance and provide productive feedback.

• Address complaints and resolve problems of operators.

• Assign and direct work according to the production plans.

• Responsible for achieving, monitoring, reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Confer with other shift leaders to coordinate activities in related departments.

• Interpret company policies to operators to ensure that safety and proves/ qualities policies are followed.

• Recommend continuous improvement activities to improve quality and reduce cost.

• Collect and voice opinions when the revision and/or establishment of new work procedures are needed.

• Manage MES system and logistics regarding the shift he/she supervises.

• Run, monitor, and supervise the production operations listed. The operation is mainly conducted by computer-controlled equipment: (Notching, Vacuum Dry, Stacking, Tap-welding, and Packaging)

• Monitor and inspect he quality of semi-finished products (electrodes).

• Monitor the maintenance and operation status of production equipment in assembly line.

• Report incidents or malfunctions of equipment and inquire maintenance according to the trouble correspondence manual.

• Monitor and support production environment improvement on light of 3R(Right material, Right quantity, Right position) and 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain).

• Responsible for onsite EHS management activities.

• Manage site materials and inventory of the semi-finished products.

• Manage inventory of the products pending evaluation and the B-graded products.

• Manage the on-site logistics of semi-finished products.

Capabilities Required

• Leading transformational change

• Innovation

• Critical thinking

• Resourcefulness

• Confidence, courage and independence

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, collaborator

• Drive for results and sense of urgency

• Data-driven

• Change Management and Organizational Design

Minimum Qualifications and Key Experiences

• High school diploma or GED

• At least 1-2 years of supervisory experience

• Advanced knowledge of operational tools and procedures obtained through extensive work experience

• Basic Microsoft Office skills

• Experience with MES preferred

Preferred Qualifications and Key Experiences

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

• 3-5 years of operations experience in a leadership role

• Manufacturing experience including automotive (assembly a plus)

• Experience in high volume manufacturing especially in electric component and chemical preferred

• Experience with LEAN, SPC, Six Sigma programs preferred

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

• Knowledge of constraint management principles

This individual will have experience managing high degrees of complexity in processes and communication with all levels of leadership. They will rely on their project management skills and strong business acumen to help deliver business requirements.

A collaborative leadership style is necessary to influence and build meaningful relationships with all cross functional teams.

Additional Information

• Travel is expected throughout 2023 along with future relocation to Kentucky

• 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 services

• 401k matching

• Medical and prescription drug coverage including our employer-funded insurance plan option, which means no monthly premium!

• Dental and vision coverage

• Access to Paid Time Off (PTO) and Emergency PTO after completing probationary period.

• Parental Leave

• Preventive Care

• Company-Provided Life-Planning Account

• Access to Ford Vehicle Discount Program

• Climate-controlled working environment

• For 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. 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.