Tyler Union- Communications Specialist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all processes and procedures associated with the Tyler Union Safety Program. Advise management of any deviations from this program.
• Develop engaging content for various channels including social media newsletters blogs and press releases.
• Manage the plants participation and interaction with company communication tools.
• Serve as the point of contact for plant leaders on communication needs.
• Create and distribute internal communications to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Support media outreach efforts including drafting press releases and coordinating interviews.
• Monitor and manage social media accounts including posting updates responding to comments and analyzing engagement metrics.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure relevant information is shared on the Companys brand and initiatives.
• Gather and analyze data on communications effectiveness and recommend improvements to extend reach and readership.
• Gauge employee and local community sentiment.
• Manage company web page and update as needed.
• Develop and maintain employee trust.
• Establish credibility and influence across all levels at the plant.
• Assist in planning and executing company events and campaigns.
• Conduct research to support communication strategies and stay updated on industry trends.
• Stay up to date on industry trends beset practices and emerging communication technologies.
• Perform administrative duties as needed to support the communications team.

Qualifications :

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in communications public relations marketing or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content management systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Creative thinking and problemsolving skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design and video editing is a plus.

Additional Information :

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES and WORK ACTIVITIES
Knowledge

• Understanding of media production communication techniques and dissemination methods.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public relations including media relations and community engagement.
• Familiarity with marketing strategies market research and consumer behavior.
• Proficiency in the structure and content of the English language including grammar composition and spelling.
• Knowledge of digital communication tools social media platforms and content management systems.

Skills

• Ability to create clear engaging and errorfree content for various audiences and platforms.
• Proficiency in managing social media accounts including content creation scheduling and analytics.
• Effective verbal communication skills for presentations interviews and public speaking engagements.
• Strong research skills to gather information analyze data and stay updated on industry trends.
• Basic skills in graphic design video editing and multimedia content creation.

Abilities

• Ability to generate innovative ideas and approaches to communication challenges.
• Precision in creating and reviewing content to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues media contacts and stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and work in a fastpaced environment.
• Ability to identify issues develop solutions and implement effective communication strategies.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to travel between plant locations as needed. May require standing walking and sitting for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environment: Work is performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments. Exposure to various plant conditions including noise temperature variations and machinery. Must wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes glasses gloves hearing protection and hard hats when entering production areas.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation disability veteran or service member status marital status citizenship status (In IL sex including same sex ancestry order of protection status physical or mental disability military status pregnancy unfavorable discharge status genetic information) (In IA gender identity) (In CA gender identity or expression and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal state or local law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime