Plant Communications and Engagement Lead, Ford Energy
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement communication strategies to support the achievement of business objectives at the plant.
- Build positive sentiment and reputation through communications and engagement with a variety of audiences, including employees, customers, community members and media.
- Function as an integral part of the plant operating committee and the communications subject matter expert for the facility.
- Craft messaging, mine for stories and communicate them in compelling ways.
- Create and nurture relationships with key local journalists to inform media coverage.
- Stay connected to major company and industry news.
- Measure sentiment and other results and continuously improve your approaches based on data.
- Constantly develop your personal functional competencies and leadership agilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
- 1+ years of experience in communications or media relations on behalf of a highly visible brand
- Strong writing and communication skills
Even Better
- Passion for the energy systems industry
- Prior manufacturing communications experience
- Positive, self-starter attitude and the ability to learn quickly
- Top-notch organizational and multi-tasking capabilities
- Ability to leverage AI responsibly to improve efficiency and strengthen results
- Ongoing awareness of local or regional events and media environment
- Professional and interpersonal maturity with a track record of successful relationship building
- Proficiency in graphic design and creativity to generate original content
- Personal experience with social media and an understanding of its role in business
Benefits
At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry-leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands.
Location and Travel
This position is based in Glendale, Kentucky, with domestic travel required (10%).
Why Ford Energy?
At Ford Energy, you have the backing of an industrial manufacturing powerhouse with the agility of a dedicated energy startup offering industry-leading technology. We offer a competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses, Ford vehicle discounts, and the opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands.
Salary Information
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $85,400-$143,200. This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$166,600. Final determination of salary grade will be based on the candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility, and competitive market value.
Additional Resources
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Visa Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
ADA Accommodation
If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
Company Information
As Ford establishes a wholly owned subsidiary focused on Battery Energy Storage Systems, this role will initially be employed by Ford and is expected to transition to the subsidiary within one year.