Communications and Engagement Specialist

Ford Motor Company

As the communications expert embedded at the Chicago Assembly Plant, you will work with plant leadership on comprehensive communications strategies. Help strengthen Ford’s community engagement and local media strategies.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 Chicago 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR, Communications or related field
1-2 Years of experience in communications, media relations or journalism
Experience in community relations, media relations and stakeholder advocacy
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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 Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Hard Skills & Tools

writingmedia relationscommunity relationsstakeholder advocacycontent creationevent planningstorytellingnewsletter writingdigital presence managementleadership messaging

Soft Skills

organizational skillsmulti-taskingself-starter attitudeinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsrelationship buildingcreativityleadershippersonal developmentawareness of local events

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in journalismBachelor’s degree in PRBachelor’s degree in Communications