Logistics Engineer

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 Logistics Engineer at BlueOval SK – BlueOval Battery Park in Stanton, Tennessee 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:

• Support department cost reduction and business plan initiatives including development of total cost business cases, action plans and launch of new equipment and/or processes
• Manage new model planning databases such as MS Access & PFEP (plan for every part) including interface with packaging approval process (GPP)
• Act as single point of contact for MP&L
• Coordinating department study responses to plant / BME (Battery Manufacturing Engineering)
• Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME) program studies / flow discussions / manpower planning
• Ensure all material handling (MH) equipment is delivered on time to support program timing
• Ensure all MH equipment, facilities and process comply with corporate safety and ergonomic guidelines.
• Ensure material flow and material layouts are optimized and support lean strategy
• Track and manage manufacturing support center (MSC) bid packs, scope changes, funding, cost reduction initiatives and forecasts
• Assess material handling labor utilization and identify actions to drive efficiency
• Update and manage CAD layout(s) for marketplace(s) and labor/material flow
• Lead packaging contact for facility, develop BOSK-owned packaging and review supplier-owned packaging for compliance into battery manufacturing process(es).

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, such as Manufacturing, Process, or Industrial Engineering
• Computer Skills: CMMS, SMART, AutoCAD (Plant layout + Factory Flow), PFEP-Pro new model and current model data management system, MS Office Package (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point), WERS, PCAM, CPARS, AVBOM, simulation software, CATIA, Team Center, Project Management
• Effective verbal and written communication, presentation and meeting skills
• Financial aptitude to develop total cost analysis and write cost savings projects
• Project management skills – create and maintain open issues lists, master schedules, lead cross functional teams, issue resolution, financial tracking and management of program fund spending and equipment procurement
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• React well under pressure and be able to work under crisis management
• Strong analytical skills and quick decision-making capability
• Candidate must be flexible to significant travel during initial plant start-up phase
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors consisting of outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

Preferred Requirements:

• Practical working knowledge of Ford production part number & naming nomenclature, manufacturing and assembly plant processes 

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. 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.