At Fort Wayne Metals, we specialize in producing top-quality wires, cables, and assemblies designed to enhance and safeguard lives. Our products are used in everything from our customers' stents and surgical robots to aircraft and automobiles. At our essence, we are thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers, leveraging our knowledge of materials to create customized solutions for our customers.

Join us in our dedication to making a tangible impact through our advanced materials and superior products.

You will be responsible for the coordination and management of Marketing Communications projects from concept to implementation. You will coordinate Marketing Communications project schedule, operational needs, and other initiatives with oversight and management of project management software and office workspace. Additionally, you'll provide strategic and execution support of Fort Wayne Metals trade show activities as needed in backup role to Marketing Specialist. Also, you will provide marketing communications content QC support.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, business management or another related field; or equivalent demonstrated skills and experience, required.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee, prioritize and track active projects in the Marketing Communications department in close coordination with the Marketing Communications Manager. Develop and manage project plans, including responsibilities and milestones.
• Set, communicate, and manage project schedules that meet Fort Wayne Metals' and external stakeholders' requirements, while maintaining a reasonable and efficient project schedule for Marketing Communications Team members without compromising quality. Ensure deadlines are met or managed through regular communication of updates.
• Continually evaluate and prioritize multiple concurrent Marketing Communications projects based on team workload and influx of new projects.
• Maintain and update our “single source of truth” knowledge repository when new or updated information becomes available. Ensure accuracy and consistency of information in all communication channels. Interface with subject matter experts throughout the company to verify the continued accuracy “single source of truth” information.
• Collaborate with Commercial Leadership team and Marketing Communications Specialist to negotiate and secure event and trade show space.
• In collaboration with Marketing Operations Coordinator, assist with management of the sample supply system for Fort Wayne Metals' sales representatives by monitoring and filling orders, developing new samples, and maintaining adequate stock levels.
• Assist Marketing Communications team members with administrative support such as expense reports, requisitions, as well as orders of giveaways and other Fort Wayne Metals-branded items.
• Quality control and proofreading of written, audio, and visual communications to ensure that all communication is free of errors in fact, grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Skills Needed

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Project management skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Fast-paced office environment.
• Work hours consist of 40 hours per week; overtime may sometimes be necessary.
• Infrequent travel may be required.
• Majority of time spent working at desk using a computer; unless working at an event where this position is likely to be on feet frequently.
• Must be able to access all areas of FWM, including second floor locations, as well as offsite event locations.

Benefits & Wellness Resources

The health and wellbeing of Fort Wayne Metals is a critical part of our culture. In addition to offering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to suit your needs, we'd like to share some of the other fundamental resources that make Fort Wayne Metals a premier place to work:

Physical Wellness

• Parkview Wellness Coach
  • Ready to assist with your physical and nutritional wellness needs.
• Gym Facilities
  • 4 onsite gym locations as well as discounts for regional gym facilities
• Health Challenges
  • From pickleball tournaments, sponsored races and sports leagues, to participating in the YMCA's Corporate Challenge, we have a variety of fun ways to stay active.

Mental Wellness

• When You Need to Talk
  • 5 sessions of counseling are available to you and all members of your immediate household at no cost.
• Relaxing Time-Off
  • Qualify for Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay on your first day of employment.

Social Wellness

•  Epic Events
  • From TinCaps Night to family days at the zoo, we offer multiple activities throughout the year for employees and their families.
• Employee Resource Group
  • A voluntary, employee-led group formed to bring employees together and centered around a common interest or identity.

Professional Wellness

• Grow Your Career
  • We offer many opportunities to continue your development and growth.
• Performance Feedback
  • Receive regular and constructive feedback from your manager and peers to help you grow and improve.

Financial Wellness

• Annual Profit Sharing & 401k matching
  • Dropping dollars into your 401k. When you contribute 7%, we'll contribute 3.5%.
• Quarterly Bonus
  • When we perform well, everyone benefits! Receive discretionary bonuses each quarter based on company performance.
• Tuition Reimbursement
  • Getting your first degree? Great! Whatever your major, we'll help pick up the tab!
• Your Money Line
  • Employer-provided 1:1 financial guidance, education, & tools – so you can stress less about money and enjoy greater stability & confidence.