What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Business Partner II position at BlueOval SK?
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 II 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:
- Cultivate and maintain Positive Employee Relations by addressing concerns, promoting employee well-being, and fostering a collaborative culture.
- Use interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and resolve conflicts between union and non-union employees as well as management.
- Leverage political savvy to negotiate complex organizational dynamics and balance the interests of all parties.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and best practices while driving continuous improvement in employee relations.
- Support the organization with union-related campaigns with a strong focus on transparency, communication and engagement.
- Encouraging an effective, inclusive work culture at BlueOval SK, balancing employee advocacy with stewardship of company mission, vision and values
- Building strong relationships with operations partners, HR colleagues, and other business partners to jointly deliver strategic objectives and resolve issues
- Leading HR efforts related to investigations, governmental inquiries / charges, problem resolution, performance and absence management, complaints of unfair employment practices / discrimination, and disciplinary action
- Coaching, counseling, and educating salaried operations partners on HR policies, processes, programs and plans
- Leverages data and analytics to inform a point of view, and create actionable insights in support of strategic people priorities
- Managing personnel relations, and safety, health and environment activities as required
- Uses human-centered design & empathy to inform decisions and create products and services that improve the employee experience
- Supporting recruitment, onboarding, payroll, training, projects, data analysis, and other HR functions as required
- Works collaboratively in a team environment
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related HR field or equivalent years’ experience
- Extensive experience with union campaigns and labor relations
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with employees at all levels
- Proven ability to manage sensitive and challenging situations with discretion and professionalism
- 5 years of HR experience in a combination of the following areas: union environments, union campaigns, 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 design
- Strong 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 field
- Experience with high-performing projects or teams
- Experience with delivering HR process improvement actions
- Demonstrated conflict management skills
- Proven team player with excellent verbal and written communication
- Attention to detail and ability to think strategically
- Intellectual curiosity and strong creative problem-solving abilities
- Action-oriented with a focus on calculated risk-taking, speed and simplicity
- Knowledge 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:
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
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.
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.
