Communications Coordinator Job Listing at Intertek in Kentwood, MI (Job ID 12144)

Description

Communications Coordinator– Kentwood, MI

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Communications Coordinator to join our Transportation Technologies team in Kentwood, MI. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in [industry or career path name].

Intertek's Transportation Technologies team offers Total Quality Assurance expertise, delivered consistently with precision, pace and passion, enables our customers to power ahead safely. Our automotive, battery and energy storage, and related transportation industry testing and certification expertise is recognized by leading manufacturers worldwide for evaluating how their products and services meet and exceed quality, safety, sustainability and performance standards. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Communications Coordinator supports stakeholder communications, meeting coordination, and public relations efforts, while assisting with event planning and departmental objectives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Shift/Schedule: M-F 8-5

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

• Monitor and provide regular updates for client, public relations and legislative activities
• Schedule, coordinate, and support internal and external meetings
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key industry stakeholders, including insurers, distributors, manufacturers, trade schools, and others to support training and issue resolution
• Assist local and remote managers with meeting preparations 
• Coordinate meetings involving clients, participants, and labs
• Draft and communicate updates, procedures, and relevant information to stakeholders through memos or calls
• Organize, attend, and actively participate in industry-related events and meetings
• Support coordination of lab tours for public and industry visitors
• Contribute to the development and execution of departmental goals and objectives
• Help ensure efficient and productive completion of required deliverables and board interactions
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment as needed
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment
• Provide cross-functional support during staff absences or high-demand periods
• Perform additional administrative duties as assigned

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. 

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in related field; Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration is desired; or equivalent relevant work experience will also be considered
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in related field.
• Project management experience
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal, written and presentation formats.
• Ability to plan, organize, and complete a variety of projects within established standards, objectives and time frames.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and other software used within the department.
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management 
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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