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 available job postings. Click apply. Our website will guide you through the step-by-step process.
How often are new jobs posted?
New job postings vary depending on location. We recommend checking our job postings once a week. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up to date on all recent job postings and news.
What is the application process like at BlueOval SK?
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, a recruiter will reach out to you about scheduling an interview. Because of the influx of applications we receive this process can take several weeks, sometimes 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 your application has been received and you are still being considered for the role. Please note, we receive an influx of applications daily. The application process can take several weeks and sometimes months. Please be patient with us during this time.
My application status says “on hold.” What does this mean?
When an application says “on hold” this means you have interviewed with our team and they would like to move forward with hiring. However, at this time there are no open positions. When we get ready to fill the job you are “on hold” for, a member of our team will reach out.
How can I hear about upcoming events and career events BlueOval SK will attend?
To stay up to date on the latest news at BlueOval SK and where our recruiting teams will be, please subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on our social media channels. You can find our pages on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
Will there be internship opportunities at BlueOval SK?
Unfortunately, we will not offer internships in 2024 but hope to in the future. Please subscribe to our newsletter and social media channels to stay up to date on upcoming internship 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 on schedule to begin at the first Kentucky plant in 2025 and we will be ready to begin production in Tennessee in late 2025.
How many batteries will you produce annually when the plants come online in Kentucky?
We will provide production volumes closer to launch.
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 in Tennessee and Kentucky will produce advanced batteries for electric vehicles.
Will these plants be disruptive to the local community?
BlueOval SK takes 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 our communities.
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 near the BlueOval SK Battery Park site, where Kentuckians will be trained to build advanced batteries for future Ford and Lincoln electric vehicles. The ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center represents a $35 million investment by the Commonwealth 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.
When will the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center be completed?
The Kentucky Community College System (KCTCS) started construction on the ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center in 2023. We hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony in May 2024. The training center opened in June 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 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 $60 million investment by the State of Tennessee. The facility serves as a hub for education resources and best-in-class training, giving students the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning with similar tools they will use at the BlueOval SK battery plant at BlueOval City.
This 120,000 square-foot training center will provide West Tennessee and beyond with training in Electric Vehicle Production Technology, Industrial Maintenance Integrated Automation, Welding, Tool & Die and much more.
When will the TCAT at Stanton open?
The TCAT at Stanton opened in June 2024.
What’s the relationship with BlueOval SK and TCAT?
TCAT will provide designated instructors to help get BOSK employees training and ready to work. There employees will use the similar tools at the facility they will use at the BlueOval SK plant.
BlueOval SK Workforce FAQs
How do I check the status of my application?
We anticipate significant new employment opportunities at BlueOval SK for members of the local community with the right skills and training. We are working with state and local educational 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 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 to begin at the first Kentucky plant in 2025. BlueOval SK will be ready to begin production in Tennessee in late 2025.
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.