Engagement & Outreach Specialist (LogistiQ, Port Clinton, OH.)

Company Overview: LogistiQ, a Division of LEWCO, is a dynamic and rapidly growing conveyor system integrator dedicated to providing turn-key innovative solutions to the retail, ecommerce & distribution market. In our 750,000 sq ft facility located in Port Clinton, Ohio you will find a team of innovators dedicated to building solutions that solve our customers evolving needs.At LogistiQ, our core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and collaboration are the cornerstones of our success. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring honesty and transparency in our actions. Innovation drives us to constantly seek creative solutions and push the boundaries of what's possible. Accountability means we take responsibility for our work and uphold the highest standards. Collaboration fuels our collective strength, bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve common goals. By embracing these values, we foster a culture that not only delivers exceptional results but also makes LogistiQ a great place to work.Job Summary: As an Engagement & Outreach Specialist at LogistiQ, you will be a part of our Human Resources team. The ideal candidate will foster relationships with employees, clients, and the community, while planning and executing public relations and outreach initiatives. You will coordinate internal employee engagement events, act as the primary point of contact for sponsorship requests, manage media relations, and oversee the development of promotional materials. Additionally, you will lead the organization’s internship program, collaborate with local schools, and support organizational culture strategies. The ideal candidate has strong communication, project management, and leadership skills that will allow for effective representation of LogistiQ.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following: (Other duties may be assigned)Develop and maintain strong relationships with employees, the community, and clients.Plan and direct public relations outreach opportunities.Act as the public outreach liaison for community events.Represent the organization at industry trade shows, customer visits, career events including but not limited to planning, set up, execution and clean up. Project manages development of promotional and educational materials as needed. Planning and execution of internal employee engagement events (collaboration with HR department). As needed, develop committees and delegate tasks for event execution. Guide the work, monitor progress and report regularly. Act as point of contact for sponsorship requests. Communicate with groups requesting sponsorship and monitor sponsorship budget. Make sponsorship recommendations to internal leaders and follow up with requesting parties. Public Relations & Media point of contact. In collaboration with leadership, coordinate responses to media inquiries, write and distribute press releases, etc. Coordinate the Internship program, working with departments to place students. Also act as liaison to local schools for visits & tours, etc.Assist HR Director in developing and executing strategy for organizational culture.Lead employee survey process; develop & assist in execution of action items from survey results.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesN/ATravel DemandsRegular travel will be required to and from events. In addition, this role will procure supplies for events via local travel. A valid driver’s license is required for the role. Qualifications And RequirementsDemonstrated ability to communicate both internally and externally. In addition, the ability to work as part of a team and assist the organization in creating content.Exceptional writing and editing skills.Ability to set a budget and work within budget restraints for event planning, etc.Strong interpersonal skills and logistics coordination. The ability to represent the organization professionally at all times. Familiarity with the latest trends, regulations, etc. in communication and public relations and the ability to execute. Successful completion of 60-day probationary period.Education And ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field preferred. One to three years’ applicable experience preferred.If applicable, the attainment of industry certification is preferred (can be done in role).Physical DemandsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is pleasant, temperature controlled, professional office environment in a manufacturing setting. The employee works in an office setting but does have frequent interaction with the shop floor. On the shop floor, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is mixed and the air temperature fluctuates with the seasonal weather.Incumbent will also attend off site meetings and events.AAP/EEO Statement: LogistiQ, A Division of LEWCO, firmly believes in equal employment opportunity for all and the importance of each employee as an individual. It is the policy of LogistiQ, A Division of LEWCO, that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. It is the policy of LogistiQ, A Division of LEWCO, that we will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. A strong commitment from each employee is necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for all.