Plant Communications and Engagement Lead, Ford at BlueOval City

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

Fords legacy of innovation is about to reach new heights. Imagine being on the ground floor of something truly extraordinary. At Ford at BlueOval City Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center were not just assembling vehicles; were leading a transformation. As a key member of our start-up team youll have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to launch a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility from the ground up. Imagine: you at the forefront of the electrification movement helping to bring the next generation of vehicles to driveways job sites and highways everywhere.

At Ford at BlueOval City Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center you will...
use your entrepreneurial skills and team mindset to come up with data-driven solutions
build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future
create a culture of trust encourage diversity of thought and foster leadership in others
be part of the historic transformation of the automotive industry.
The Plant Communications and Engagement Lead position at BlueOval City Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center will have a unique once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be a key member of the start-up team launching the facility from ground up.

Youll also
Function as an integral part of the plant operating committee and the communications subject matter expert for the facility
Lead the development and execution of internal community-facing and media-facing communications strategies for the Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center
Lead storytelling on major cost and quality wins innovations events and activities related to the plant
Produce internal communications and events such as town halls round tables skip levels and employee communication activities
Write format and distribute monthly newsletters
Support the delivery of leadership messages and presentations
Assist Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center subject matter experts in preparing for community speaking engagements
Play a leadership role in planning and executing major events at your site
Stay connected to major company and industry news
Create and nurture relationships with key local journalists to inform media coverage
Act as a liaison between the Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center and Ford key stakeholders working closely with Ford HR Recruitment Community Relations and Environmental Quality Office
Continuous personal development of functional competencies and leadership agilities

Youll have...
Bachelors degree in journalism PR Communications or related field
1 year of experience in communications media relations or journalism
1 year of experience in Adobe Photoshop/InDesign/Premiere and creativity to generate original content
Prior experience managing social media accounts and an understanding of its role in business

Even better you may have...
Ongoing awareness of local or regional events and media environment
Knowledge and relationships in West Tennessee
Prior experience in the automotive industry
Prior experience in manufacturing communications
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
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 weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to the Tennessee Electric Vehicle Center facility 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 builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care 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 Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades 5-6.
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.

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