Communications Specialist

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

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John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Wisconsin - Horicon

Function: Communications (CA)

Title: Communications Specialist - 124419

Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

## Your Responsibilities

As a Communications Specialist for John Deere Horicon Works located in Horicon, WI you will independently develop and execute communication strategies that help employees understand business priorities, organizational changes, and their impact. You will serve as a communications consultant to leaders and teams, translate complex information into clear and engaging content, and coordinate communication projects across multiple channels and audiences. You will support the factory leadership team, enhance relationships with the local community, and help deliver a professional visitor experience that reflects the quality and strength of our products. Additionally, you will:

• Develop and execute communication plans supporting business unit, factory, and departmental objectives
• Consult with leaders and teams to identify communication needs, key messages, audiences, and appropriate channels
• Translate complex business information into clear, relevant, and engaging communications
• Research, write, edit, and publish content for employee communications, presentations, meetings, digital platforms, print, and video
• Provide administrative and coordination support for Horicon leadership priorities, meetings, events, and special projects as needed
• Lead communication projects, employee events, engagement campaigns, and strategic initiatives from planning through execution
• Support community outreach, factory tours, and visitor experiences on-site activities, as needed
• Lead intern program to include onboarding and experience coordinator
• Support US & Mexico Manufacturing communications priorities and initiatives under the direction of the US & Mexico Communications Manager

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

## What Skills You Need

• 2+ years of professional communications experience
• Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills
• Experience independently developing and executing communication plans
• Strong project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Strong consulting and interpersonal skills, including influencing without authority
• Experience developing professional presentations and multimedia content
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and make sound decisions
• 1+ years of experience using Office 365 Suite of products.

## What Makes You Stand Out

• 1+ year of experience in video editing using Adobe Rush, Premiere Pro or other video editing programs
• Experience working in a manufacturing or operations environment
• Eager to learn new tools and technologies to be innovative with usage of new techniques to engage employees
• Experience measuring communication effectiveness and improving approaches based on results

## Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance
• Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
• Charitable contribution match
• Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
• Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

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