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 Control Team Manager 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:

This role will be responsible for leading a Production Control team of hourly and salaried employees at the facility including, but not limited to:

Provide leadership and functional knowledge around BIW inventory control, efficient production scheduling and distribution, change control, BoM, inventory analysis and management, scrap/recycling yield, forward model launch planning, capacity planning, and float planning.Manage the business with policy deployment objectives implementation plans, and proper accountability.Conduct department reviews, which include status and improvement actions for safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, maintenance, environment and launch.Maintain departmental budget and implement plans for continuous improvement in logistics, labor and overhead accounts.Support the BOSK Production System principles through synchronous material flow and lean manufacturing implementation.Develop and implement processes to ensure the effective training and development of department personnel and create developmental opportunities for direct reports.Administer salary performance reviews, reward and recognize, and address any needed corrective actions.Review, evaluate and implement future plans for new programs, which may include modification of plant equipment, resources, and/or facilities to determine the effect on operations.Provide direction and support to Production Control personnel for operations.Work with our hourly partners to address any departmental issues or departmental opportunities.

Capabilities Required:

Leading transformational changeInnovationCritical ThinkingResourcefulnessConfidence, courage and independenceStrong interpersonal and influencing skills, collaboratorDrive for results and a sense of urgencyCurious and data drivenChange Management and Organizational Design

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Material Planning and Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Industrial Operations.Strong ability to interface with plant hourly, salaried personnel and plant managementPrevious plant leadership experience in a materials planning and/or supply chain role (minimum 5 years).Strong ability to present in front of plant leadershipAbility to teach Production System principlesCompetent in the use of data for decision makingAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writingExcellent leadership skills with demonstrate ability to resolve diverse problems.Ability to work independently with limited supervisionReact well under pressure and be able to work under crisis managementStrong analytical skills and quick decision-making capabilityCandidate must be flexible to travel during initial plant start-up phaseSuccessful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors consisting of outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Preferred Requirements:

Education: : Master’s degree in Business, Material Planning and Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Industrial Operations.Practical working knowledge of Ford production part number & naming nomenclature, manufacturing and assembly plant processes, understanding of synchronous material flow, lean manufacturing knowledge, and experience for material replenishment desired.Knowledge of CMMS, TWO’s, SMART, CPAR’s, SFR, OSHIM

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.