Tradeshow and Marketing Coordinator

Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for over 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!
Scope of Responsibility
Join us as a marketing professional who loves turning great ideas into action! We're looking for a highly organized Tradeshow and Marketing Coordinator to support events, campaigns, communications, and promotional initiatives that help strengthen our brand and drive business growth. If you're proactive, creative, and enjoy wearing multiple hats, we'd love to hear from you.
Location: West Plant (5055 36th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512)
Shift: Part-time requiring a consistent daytime schedule, with preferred availability that allows the workday to conclude by 4:00 p.m.
Target Pay: The target starting pay for this position is $20.74-$30.03/hour
What You'll Be Doing
Tradeshow & Event Coordination
Coordinate administrative and logistical activities associated with company participation in tradeshows, conferences, and other industry events
Support tradeshow planning, including booth preparation, exhibit materials, shipping/logistics, promotional items, registrations, and other event-related needs
Coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and event partners to support timely and successful event execution
Maintain tradeshow schedules, timelines, checklists, and supporting documentation
Research industry event trends and attendee engagement opportunities to help strengthen brand visibility and lead-generation efforts
Assist with development and coordination of tradeshow messaging, graphics, signage, presentations, and collater
Support post-event activities, including organization of event materials and follow-up information
Promotional Materials & Inventory
Maintain inventory of company promotional materials, branded merchandise, printed collateral, and tradeshow supplies
Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify replenishment needs
Research promotional merchandise and vendor options, including pricing, availability, quality, and lead times
Coordinate ordering and distribution of approved promotional materials within established budgets
Maintain organized records of promotional item purchases and vendors
Marketing & Communications Support
Provide administrative and project support for marketing campaigns and initiatives
Assist with development, proofreading, editing, scheduling, and distribution of marketing content, including eBlasts, social media posts, blogs, presentations, and other communications
Support social media and digital marketing activities as assigned
Assist with CRM maintenance and organization of customer and marketing information
Coordinate marketing requests and materials in support of Sales and other internal stakeholders
Marketing Asset & Administrative Support
Maintain organized libraries of logos, photography, graphics, templates, marketing collateral, and other digital assets
Maintain marketing vendor information, contracts, records, and related documentation
Assist with coordination of marketing projects, deadlines, meetings, and deliverables
Help ensure current and approved brand materials are readily accessible to internal stakeholders
Perform additional administrative and marketing support activities as assigned
Part-time position, approximately 16 hours per week
Position is primarily on-site at the Grand Rapids campus
Work schedule may consist of multiple partial days or two full 8-hour days per week based on business needs and agreement with the supervisor
Culture Bearer
Understands and supports the values of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity
Values people regardless of their background
Exhibits the traits of a servant leader
Exhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence
Encourages open dialogue and communication
Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization
At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous administrative, marketing, event coordination, communications, or related experience preferred
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and deadlines
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, vendors, and external partners
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Familiarity with social media, digital marketing tools, content management systems, and/or CRM systems preferred
Ability to travel between campus facilities as needed throughout the workday
Ability to lift, carry and move material weighing up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis
Preferred
Associate or bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
Previous experience supporting marketing, events, communications, or administrative functions
Experience coordinating trade shows, company events, or promotional activities
Experience with social media platforms, email marketing, CRM systems, or content management systems
Experience creating presentations, marketing communications, newsletters, or digital content
Exposure to a manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site work environment

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