Internal Communications Specialist - Plant Operations

Location: Owensboro, Kentucky
Job Type: Contract
Compensation Range: $40 - 50 per hour

We are seeking an Internal Communications Specialist to support the planning, development, and execution of site-level internal communications for a major manufacturing operation in Owensboro, KY. Embedded within the U.S. Operations Communications team, you will serve as a vital link between site leadership, plant operations, and frontline employees, translating complex business priorities into clear, engaging, and timely messaging. This is a 1-year contract role with a strong pathway for conversion to a full-time employee (FTE) for the right candidate.
 
Responsibilities:

• Site Communications Strategy: Support the creation and execution of the Owensboro Operations communication plan, aligning factory priorities with broader U.S. Operations messaging.
• Content Creation & Copywriting: Draft, edit, and coordinate content for leadership messages, town halls, shift-level announcements, newsletters, employee recognition, and site campaigns.
• Channel Management & Message Cascading: Maintain site communication channels (digital signage, intranet, Microsoft Teams, email, bulletin boards) to ensure frontline and shift workers receive consistent, high-signal information.
• Event & Engagement Support: Assist with communication planning and logistics for site visits, leadership Q&As, town halls, recognition programs, and employee culture initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner directly with Factory Management, U.S. Operations Communications, and cross-functional site leads to gather input and coordinate message timing.
• EHS & Compliance Messaging: Reinforce vital site communications regarding Environment, Health, Safety (EHS), quality standards, and compliance.
• Tracking & Efficiency: Maintain the site editorial calendar and track the reach and effectiveness of internal campaigns. 

Qualifications:

• 2 to 3 years of professional experience in communications, employee engagement, or corporate/administrative communications.
• Proven ability to translate complex business priorities into concise, employee-friendly copy.
• Comfortable interacting with plant leaders, cross-functional teams, and operational personnel with high judgment and discretion.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Prior experience supporting communications within a manufacturing, plant operations, supply chain, or frontline workforce environment.
• Experience supporting town halls, site visits, or large-scale employee engagement events.
• Familiarity with change management messaging, organizational culture campaigns, or digital channel management (intranet, digital signage, newsletters).
  
  

JOBID: 082026-143721 
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At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.