Manufacturing Communications Specialist

Overview

As the Production Center Internal Communications Specialist, you will become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace. You will be the dedicated internal communications lead for our Production Center in South Carolina, the hub of our manufacturing and supply chain operations. In this role, you'll develop and deliver communications to keep our team informed, aligned, and engaged as the site transitions from construction to production. With guidance from the Corporate Communications Manager and Production Center leaders, you'll lead messaging across a wide range of needs, from day-to-day operations to large-scale change and crisis response. Your work will play a key role in shaping the culture and ways of communicating on the ground, helping every team member understand how their contributions drive our mission forward.

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Lead internal communications for Scout Motors’ South Carolina Production Center, ensuring employees across manufacturing and supply chain operations are informed, engaged, and aligned with company priorities.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to local leaders, helping to shape and deliver clear, consistent messaging for key initiatives.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including Production, Human Resources, Environmental Health & Safety, Security, IT, and Facilities, to proactively plan for and share relevant updates.
• Write and edit high-impact internal materials, such as announcements, presentations, leadership talking points, and executive messages.
• Discover and create compelling content for a variety of internal channels, including digital signage, Scout News, all-hands meetings, and internal articles.
• Develop and manage a regular internal newsletter tailored to Production Center employees, highlighting key milestones, updates, and the people powering our operations.
• Support the Corporate Communications Manager in developing and executing crisis communication and issues management strategies in partnership with the Security and Safety teams.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and recommend improvements based on employee feedback and data.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve communication tools, processes, and storytelling approaches to strengthen employee connection to our mission and values at the Production Center.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours during crisis situations or major events. 

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience in corporate communications, manufacturing communications, supply chain communications, or a related field.
• Experience working with content management systems to manage and deliver internal communications.
• Knowledge of current communication trends and best practices.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling and clear content.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with the automotive or manufacturing industry is required.

Additional requirements

• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours during crisis situations or major events

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $85,000.00 - $105,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9