Communications and Engagement Lead - Ohio Assembly Plant

Ford Motor•Avon Lake, OH

1d•$84,480 - $141,360•Onsite

About The Position

In this position... As the communications expert embedded at the Ohio Assembly Plant (OHAP), you will work with your plant leadership on comprehensive communications, community engagement and local media strategies. You will be responsible for keeping your plant population informed of corporate messages, helping to celebrate employees, deepening Ford’s connection to the local community, and mining for stories that build community and celebrate your facility’s contributions to a successful future for Ford.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
3-5 years of experience in communications, media relations or journalism
3-5 years of experience in community relations, media relations and stakeholder advocacy
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop/InDesign/Premiere and creativity to generate original content
Strong writing and communication skills
Top-notch organizational and multi-tasking abilities
Self-starter attitude
Personal experience with social media and an understanding of its role in business
Ongoing awareness of local or regional events and media environment
Professional and interpersonal maturity with a proven track record of successful relationship building

Nice To Haves

Passion for the automotive industry
Prior manufacturing communications experience

Responsibilities

Function as an integral part of the plant operating committee and the communications subject matter expert for the plant
Lead the development and execution of multifaceted communications strategies for Ohio Assembly involving storytelling, workforce engagement, events, signage and other methods
Operate as the onsite representative of the Ford communications team at your plant
Act as a liaison between plant, union and corporate leadership and be the first line of communication to the employees
Report on and write articles about major cost and quality wins, innovations, events, and activities taking place at local plant for company-wide distribution
Write, format and distribute internal monthly newsletters
Write and/or film leadership messages and presentations to address employees with company and location-specific information as needed
Manage the local social media group(s) and digital presence, and help employees to engage across various channels
Continuous personal development of functional competencies and leadership agilities
Create and nurture relationships with key local media, and serve as a liaison between those contacts and the communications team as needed
Help to deepen Ford’s connection with your local community by fostering relationships with local stakeholders, such as dealers, arts organizations and small businesses
Play a leadership role in planning and executing major events at your site like bi-annual Family Open Houses, Spirit Days, press conferences, executive visits and more
Stay connected to major company and industry news
Serve on communications agile teams as needed

Benefits

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360.
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