Mill Communications Specialist – Contractor

Mill Communications Specialist – Contractor (8-12 Month Assignment) Location: Eastover, S.C. (Onsite) Approximately 30 hours per week Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Eastover Mill/Sumter Communications Create and maintain internal communication content and channels, including: Newsletters SharePoint sites Digital screens and communication stations Email announcements and alerts PowerPoint presentations for town halls and internal meetings Printed materials Support routine and occasional urgent communications related to safety, people updates, operations, outages, visits and mill initiatives Develop and maintain communications toolkits in partnership with communications leaders (e.g., key messages, talking points, templates, FAQs, and channel guidance) to support consistent mill, North America business and community communications Ensure messaging aligns with company vision/mission/values, mill and business priorities, safety standards and established communications practices Support execution of internal and external events such as town halls, mill visits, employee engagement activities and community events Support mill communication manager (MCM) in fostering positive community relationships through grants/donations process, community events, volunteer initiatives and other external communication needs North America Business Communications Support communications for North America initiatives impacting mill employees, including HR and benefits information, workforce and business initiatives, Operational Excellence and IT updates etc. Adapt corporate and North America messaging into clear, usable materials and toolkits for local mill audiences and leaders Support other communications and/or corporate affairs projects as assigned Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales team to provide technical expertise during customer visits, presentations, product trials and negotiations, helping to secure new business opportunities Manufacturing Support: Actively participate in various Quality Improvement efforts which include, Quality Systems Audits and observations at Manufacturing and Converting Facilities, and quality teams which are established to support a specific area requiring focus. Required Skills & Knowledge Strong written and verbal communications skills and familiarity with AP style (may be asked to provide examples) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); SharePoint experience a plus Strong organizational/project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a communications team Ability to interact and build relationships with various levels of the organization in a professional manner Strong focus on safety and comfort working in a manufacturing environment Flexible, proactive and willing to support where needed Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree or working to obtain bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, related field or actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree Preferably 1 – 3 years working experience in communications related role #J-18808-Ljbffr