Frequently Asked Questions
BlueOval SK Hiring FAQs
How can I apply for a job?
To apply for a job with BlueOval SK please select a state under the careers dropdown in the header navigation. Read through the job posting available and when you find one you would like to apply for, click apply. Our website will guide you through the step-by-step process.
How often are new jobs posted?
New job posting are varied depending on location. We recommend that you check our job posting once a week and subscribe to our newsletter to ensure that you stay up-to-date on all recent job posting and news.
What is the application process like?
Once you apply for a job with BlueOval SK, your application will go through a review process. If your application is approved by one of our hiring managers, one of your recruiters will reach out to you about scheduling an interview. Because of the influx of applications we receive this process can take several weeks, sometimes even months.
How can I check the status of my application?
To check the status of your application, please sign-in to your BlueOval SK account. Scroll down to the “my applications” section and click the drop down. From there you’ll be able to see the status of your application. The most common status is “In Review” which means that your application has been received and you are still being considered for the role. Please note, we receive an influx of application daily and the application process can take several weeks and sometimes even months. Please be patient with us during this process.
My application status says “On hold.” What does this mean?
When an application says “On Hold” this means that you have interviewed with our team members and they would like to move forward with hiring you however, at this time there are no spot open. When we are filling position for the job you are “On Hold” for, we will reach out to you to discuss you joining our team.
How can I hear about upcoming events and career events that BlueOval SK is attending?
To stay up-to-date on the latest news at BlueOval SK and where our teams will be recruiting at, please subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on our social media channels. You can find our pages on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
Will there be Internships opportunities with BlueOval SK?
Unfortunately, we will not have any internships for 2024. But there will be some in future. Please subscribe to our newsletter and social media channels to stay-to-date on upcoming opportunities.
BlueOval SK FAQs
What is BlueOval SK?
BlueOval SK is a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and SK On that will produce advanced batteries for future Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
When will battery production begin in Kentucky and Tennessee?
Battery production is scheduled to begin in 2025.
How many batteries will you produce annually when the plants come online in Kentucky?
We will provide production volumes closer to launch. Each BlueOval SK battery plant will produce more than 40 gigawatt hours of power annually.
Why did Ford and SK On choose the Tennessee and Kentucky sites?
We conducted a rigorous site selection process which considered site size, shovel readiness, their business environment, government incentives, workforce and the availability of renewable energy.
What products will be built at BlueOval City and BlueOval SK Battery Park?
The BlueOval SK battery plants at BlueOval City and BlueOval SK Battery Park will produce advanced batteries for future Ford and Lincoln electric vehicles
Will these plants be disruptive to the local community?
Ford and SK On take our responsibility to be a good neighbor seriously. We are partnering with local and state stakeholders to minimize disruptions while maximizing positive economic development that will benefit the local community. We look forward to learning more about what is important to the community and becoming part of the fabric of the region.
ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center FAQs
What is the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) BlueOval SK Training Center?
The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) BlueOval SK Training Center is a 42,000 sq.-ft. facility located on the BlueOval SK Battery Park site, where thousands of employees will be trained to build advanced batteries for future Ford and Lincoln electric vehicles. The ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center is the only co-branded program within the Kentucky Community College System and represents a $25 million investment by the state of Kentucky.
What will be taught at the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center?
The curriculum within the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center will support battery knowledge, roles and skills. BlueOval SK will train employees in SK On’s proprietary technical, quality and manufacturing processes in the ECTC BlueOval SK’s virtual reality labs, industrial maintenance lab, work simulation lab and ergonomics techniques classrooms.
When will the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center be completed?
The Kentucky Community College System (KCTCS) started construction on the Elizabethtown Community and Training Center BlueOval SK Training Center in 2023 and is scheduled to be complete in 2024.
Will individuals not employed at BlueOval SK Battery Park be allowed to study at the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center?
The ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center is initially intended to train BlueOval SK Battery Park’s 5,000 employees for their jobs at BlueOval SK Battery Park. Individuals interested in studying at other schools within the Kentucky Community and Technical College Systems should visit https://kctcs.edu/.
BlueOval City TCAT FAQs
Can you share more about the Tennessee College of Applied Technology at BlueOval City?
The state-of-the-art BlueOval City Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) is a $40 million investment by the State of Tennessee. This will be a hub for education resources and best-in-class training, giving students the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning with the same tools they could use at BlueOval City.
BlueOval SK Workforce FAQs
How do I check the status of my application?
We anticipate significant new employment opportunities at BlueOval SK TN, KY for members of the local community with the right skills and training. We are working with state, local educations intuitions and other community organizations to create a robust pipeline or qualified local workers.
Will BlueOval SK hire locally or import the workforce it needs from other places?
Our HR team is hard at work processing applications and contacting potential hires. To check the status of your application please login to workday. Click here
What skills are you are looking for?
There are many different technical and professional roles at BlueOval SK Battery Park and at the BlueOval SK battery plant at BlueOval City that will require a wide range of skills and experience to fill. For the roles at BlueOval SK, we seek to recruit employees who are naturally curious, love learning, and have a passion for our business and our customers.
What kind of skills should prospective employees at BlueOval SK have or expect to gain throughout training for roles at BlueOval SK?
Employees who join the team should expect that they will utilize their current skills, develop their existing skills and learn new ones including:
• Focus on quality, eliminating waste and evolving systems or processes
• Communication, problem solving and leadership
• Building relationships and working within a team
• Critical thinking, analyzing data and interpreting key performance metrics
• Utilizing technology including robotics, mechanical and electrical
Construction FAQs
Who is Barton Malow? What role does Gray Construction play in the BlueOval SK Battery Park project?
Ford is working with Barton Malow as the general contractor for BlueOval SK Battery Park in Kentucky. Barton Malow Company builds automotive, energy, industrial and metals projects throughout North America. Gray Construction is the local partner Barton Malow selected to work on the BlueOval SK Battery Park project. Gray Construction is based in Lexington and has 50 years of experience working with automotive customers.
Who is Walbridge?
Walbridge is a full-service construction company that has built projects, both big and small, in geographic locations ranging from Midland, Michigan, to Chennai, India. Ford is working with Walbridge as the general contractor for BlueOval City.
Is construction on schedule?
Yes. Construction remains on schedule for battery production at Tennessee plant and Kentucky plant #1 to begin in 2025. Construction at Kentucky plant #2 remains on schedule as well.
General FAQs
Who can I reach out to about speaking at an event?
If you are interested in having someone from BlueOval SK speak to your classroom or having a team member do a media appearance, please visit Contact — BlueOval SK and fill out the contact form. We will direct your inquiry to a team member who will reach out to you.