Communications Manager

Overview

Salary: $92,000 to $115,000

Location:
Mokena, IL

Every major company initiative depends on clear communication.

As Communications Manager, you'll work alongside a team of communications professionals to develop and execute communications campaigns that support company priorities, strengthen coworker engagement, and reinforce Ozinga's culture.

Reporting to the Communications Director, you'll join an established communications team and develop communication campaigns, create content across multiple channels, and help plan and coordinate company events and coworker engagement initiatives across the company.

This role combines communications strategy, execution, and collaboration.

You'll work across the communication process—from developing campaigns and advising departments to creating content, coordinating coworker events, tracking communication effectiveness, and refining future communication efforts.

• Develop and execute communication strategies and campaigns aligned with company goals, priorities, values, and culture
• Advise departments on ways to engage and inform coworkers
• Write, edit, and distribute content across email, intranet, digital signage, newsletters, video, mobile, and collaboration platforms
• Tailor communication for diverse audiences, with a strong focus on frontline and non-desk coworkers
• Experiment with new communication formats and approaches
• Plan, coordinate, and support coworker engagement initiatives, including Town Halls and appreciation events
• Implement listening tools to identify communication gaps and opportunities
• Ensure communications reflect Ozinga's voice, tone, and visual identity
• Champion consistency in messaging and design across communication channels
• Develop and track communication KPIs related to effectiveness, reach, and engagement
• Use analytics to refine communication strategies and report impact

• Eight or more years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or a related field
• Experience developing and executing communication campaigns that supported business objectives
• Experience creating content across multiple channels and audience types
• Experience communicating with frontline, field-based, or non-desk employee populations
• Experience using SharePoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and communication analytics tools
• Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Ozinga is a fifth-generation, family-owned company whose purpose is to make a positive impact on people, their families, and the communities we serve. Every day, coworkers across the organization work together to deliver on that purpose.

At Ozinga, we care about the well-being of our coworkers both in and out of the workplace. That's why we're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall quality of life.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  - Protecting your health, and providing peace of mind
• Retirement Plan Options
  - Helping you build a secure future
• Voluntary Benefits
  - Helping you cover unexpected expenses
• Work-Life Balance
  - Supporting flexibility so you can thrive in every area of your life
• Employee Assistance Program
  - Offering confidential support for personal and professional challenges
• Wellness Program
  - Promoting a healthy lifestyle through resources and incentives

Ozinga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.