Plant Communications and Engagement Specialist

1 week ago

Wayne, Michigan, United States Ford Motor Company Full time
Job Description

In this position...

Ford Motor Company is undergoing the greatest transformation in the company's history, with the creation of dedicated, interdependent business units for the beloved, iconic brands that power the company's ICE business (Ford Blue), the connected vehicles and software services that will enable Ford to lead the electrification revolution (Model e and Ford Drive), the commercial vehicles and services that will ensure Ford stays #1 for business customers (Ford Pro), and the electrification of our 100-year old luxury brand business (Lincoln).

Ford Communications serves as an accelerant for the company's transformation, working to advance Ford's business success and future vision through innovative, world-class communications that unlock new value. We seek to establish Ford as the world's most trusted company through purpose-driven storytelling that drives advocacy; inspire a culture of optimism, competitiveness and creative excellence among our Ford team and partners; build the Ford brand and create desire for our products and services; and demonstrate our drive to create value for our stakeholders through Ford+.

As the communications expert embedded at the Michigan Assembly Plant, 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.

Location: Michigan Assembly Plant, Wayne, MI, Onsite required

Responsibilities

What you'll do...
  • 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 the Michigan Assembly Plant 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
Qualifications

You'll have...
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
Even better, you may have...
  • Passion for the automotive industry
  • Prior manufacturing communications experience
  • Experience in communications, media relations or journalism
  • 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
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
  • Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized backup childcare, 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.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

New Hire Benefits

This position is a salary grade 5.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call

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