What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Trainer 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 Production Trainer at BlueOval SK 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 :
The Production Trainer will facilitate classroom training, and provide hands-on training at the employee’s workstation. The Production Trainer position is a cross-functions training role the Production Trainer will provide knowledge and skills training designed to enhance and remediate both the technical skills and the performance of all production and maintenance workers. The Production Trainer’s role involves facilitating, monitoring and, at times, developing training. General duties will include delivering program content, real-time workstation troubleshooting inside the plant, training tracking and evaluating impact to ensure that BOSK’s production, and maintenance employees have the knowledge, skills, and capabilities to perform successfully in their current and future positions. The Production Trainer will also be responsible for the transfer of both higher-level product knowledge and processes to members of the BOSK Learning and Development team. This role requires flexible for a day or night shift.
Identifies the most appropriate tools, platforms, and approaches to promote learning within both : BOSK plants and BOSK’s Learning and Development.
Collects and responds to feedback on effectiveness of knowledge transfer, sharing, and communication practices.
Manages the enhancement of existing programs / trainings.
Provides support to the Learning and Development Team Manager in the collection, classification, and documentation of BOSK’s Learning and Development department processes and procedures.
Works with subject matter experts and identify target audience’s training needs within each department : Cell Assembly, Electrode, Formation, Module, and Quality and Safety.
States instructional end goals and, when necessary, creates and delivers content that matches the end goals.
Provides exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
Ensures that all deliverables are performed according to the organization's mission, policies and procedures, and philosophy.
Minimum Requirements
Education and experience
Associate and 2 to 4 years of experience
Equivalent work experience will be considered.
LMS Experience :
Experience using learning management systems (LMS) and e-learning tools to manage training programs.
This role requires flexibility for a day or night shift.
Must be able to multitask work on multiple projects at the same time and prioritizing work appropriately.
Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, leadership, and team support.
Ability to collaborate with others at all levels of the organization.
Effectively and quickly provide on-demand guidance and direction at the employee’s workstation.
Ability to empower those receiving supervision.
Must be capable of working independently.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and provide the appropriate training resolution.
Preferred Requirements :
- Knowledge of battery manufacturing equipment and processes.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
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 :
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.
