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.

About the Opportunity

The Learning and Development (L&D) Strategist is responsible for enhancing overall people capability to meet evolving technology and manufacturing advances. The successful candidate will play a strategic role bringing in-depth knowledge spanning all aspects of learning and development to meet Ford Motor Company’s training related objectives. They will have a genuine passion for employee development and engagement to accelerate the transition of Ford leading the electric revolution.

As a Learning and Development Strategist you should have experience with adult learning, program / project management (Including time, key milestones, budgets and expenditures), identifying and developing immersive and engaging e-learning and instructor led solutions, setting instructional design standards, and use of metrics for accountability and sustainability.

The L & D Strategist has responsibility for employee development data entry and reporting. They also must work with Corporate L & D to develop work plans to integrate manufacturing into the larger talent strategy. This may include development or re-development of processes and procedures as required.

Additional responsibilities include deploying Launch Workforce standards across all North America plants providing leadership and guidance to plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive readiness plan that prepares the hourly and salaried workforce to achieve flawless launch execution.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a learning and development roadmap advancing both the future and current workforce’s capabilities and skills to ensure the content is delivered with the highest impact while remaining cost effective

• Assess training needs to drive training initiatives by partnering with cross-functional organizations to prioritize, develop and deploy engaging, comprehensive, and blended learning curriculum, including instructor led and e-learning solutions, that enhance learner development, employee experience and retention.

• Manage the curriculum development of all training programs and selection of outside training catalogues and content

• Manage budgets and expenditures

• Negotiate contracts & agreements including managing the expectations of the contracts to ensure agreed upon services are being delivered on time with quality

• Ensure a culture of learning to enhance the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of the employees to enable them to support the needs of the business

• Establish feedback loops and training metrics to measure effectiveness, impact and areas for improvements to ensure program is meeting the organization’s needs. Maintain a metrics package that enables ongoing measurement.

• Organize hiring and onboarding activities

• Create communication strategies so employees and leaders are aware of available training offerings

• Lead L&D governance to solicit feedback and ensure standardization of training

• Organize and develop workshops as required

• Coordinate with IT on necessary technology improvements or devices to enhance the training experience

• Builds trust with program teams by creating an environment where honesty and integrity are the standard

• Support LMS administration including ensuring records of completion

• Supervise, mentor, coach, and develop L&D and Launch Planning Specialist

• Oversee workforce readiness planning for sites engaged in new product, process and facility launches

• Provide leadership to plant launch teams in support of workforce readiness activities to achieve flawless launch execution

• Ensure launch workforce readiness plans for plant employees are incorporated and aligned with corporate and production system processes

• Support the management of multiple launch programs simultaneously with the ability to quickly adapt to business requirements

• Facilitate cross functional planning and alignment by providing launch project management strategies and support

• Develop strategies to assist vendors and suppliers in meeting company launch objectives

• Leverage Launch Planning Specialist across programs to achieve maximum launch support coverage at all North America manufacturing launch sites

• Develop strategies, based on cycle plan, to support manufacturing plants and product launches globally

• Preferred experience leading training programs in high volume manufacturing operations

• Maintain confidentiality of company information

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience working as a L&D Manager, Training Manager, or other relevant position

• BSc or BA degree in Business, Learning and Development, Organizational Development, Psychology or other related area; an additional certification such as CPLP will be a bonus

• Established and comprehensive knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effectiveness

• Strong organizational and business skills to scope, design, develop, and launch learning content

• Significant experience with effective learning and development methods, including e-learning platforms and practices, to create a world class training program

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work through complex matters, gather necessary information to create a framework that translates into systems, processes, and solutions

• Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills

• Ability to effectively manage large scale projects including project scope, deliverables, budgeting, timelines, and resources

• Preferred experience with new system installations or manufacturing plant launches

• Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build relations with employees and vendors

• Comfortable interfacing with company leadership, internal and external customers, and teams outside of your reporting structure

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while thriving in a fast-paced dynamic environment and under pressure

• Continuous Improvement Mindset

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to build trust by creating an environment where honesty and integrity are the standard

• Practical experience with MS Office and Learning Management Systems (LMS)

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 company matching after completing three months of service

• Medical and prescription drug coverage

• Dental and vision coverage

• Preventative Care

• Eligibility 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 Insurance

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

• Parental Leave

• Access to Ford Vehicle Discount Program

• Climate-controlled working environment

• For 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.