Jobs via Dice is hiring: Public Relations Specialist in Mapleton

I hope this message finds you well. We are excited to announce an opening for the position of Communications Specialist 3 at our Mapleton facility. This is a 24-month contract role that offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our HR team and support various communication initiatives.

Position Title : Communications Specialist 3

Location : Mapleton, IL

Duration : 24 months

Role Overview :

The Communications Specialist 3 will play a crucial role in supporting the HR team at our Mapleton facility. This position is responsible for managing various communication channels and strategies to ensure effective internal and external communications.

Key Responsibilities :

• Facility Communications : Handle communications related to maintenance, safety, inclement weather, crisis management, retirement celebrations, condolences, facility websites, digital signs, and SOS communications.
• Newsletter Messaging : Create and distribute newsletters featuring facility updates, photos, and community support initiatives.
• Operations AEM : Develop slides and manage logistics for operations meetings.
• Meeting Logistics : Coordinate logistics for AEMs, leader meetings, and other events.
• Special Projects : Support initiatives such as United Way, Manufacturing Day, Code of Conduct, Employee Insights, Executive Office Visits, facility pictures, and enterprise messaging.
• Communications Strategy : Develop and implement communication strategies for leaders and employees, including bulletin boards, engagement areas, and employee coalition-supported events.
• Support Employee Coalition Team & ERG Communications / Marketing : Assist with communications and marketing efforts for employee resource groups.
• Community Engagement / Sponsorship : Manage responses to community engagement requests and coordinate external speaking engagements and interviews.
• Brand Advocate : Ensure proper usage of the brand in presentations and approved product images.
• Other Duties : Perform other communication-related tasks as assigned.

Reason for Hiring :

We are looking to fill this position to address capability and capacity gaps within the current HR team and meet the high demand for internal communications.

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Work Environment :

This role is based in the HR suite at the Mapleton manufacturing facility, which has 1,200 onsite employees.

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