Communications Specialist - Corporate

Rogers Machinery, established in 1949, is a reputable company specializing in industrial compressed air systems, blowers, vacuum pumps, and positive displacement pumps. With a strong presence in the Northwest through eight branches equipped with comprehensive sales, service, and parts capabilities, Rogers Machinery extends its impact with additional locations in San Jose, CA; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; Southern California; and Phoenix, AZ. The company’s production facilities are strategically located in Portland, OR, and Centralia, WA, enabling efficient manufacturing and distribution processes. Known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Rogers Machinery has built a strong reputation in the industrial machinery sector by continuously adapting and expanding its range of products and services to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Rogers Machinery upholds core values centered around commitment to customers, honesty, safety, employee well-being, and community support. These guiding principles shape the company culture and operational approach, making it a trusted partner in the industrial machinery market. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including full medical, dental, vision, and life coverage, profit sharing, 401k plans, career training opportunities, personal and professional support services such as counseling and financial planning, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick leave, referral programs, and various voluntary additional benefits like accident and hospital insurance. This commitment to employee welfare is reflected in the company’s efforts to create a supportive and growth-oriented work environment.

The Communication Specialist role at Rogers Machinery is a full-time, on-site position with some travel involved. This role is pivotal to the company’s marketing and communications strategy, focusing on driving brand awareness, customer engagement, lead generation, and sales enablement through integrated communication initiatives across both digital and traditional marketing channels. With an hourly pay range of $34 to $36, this role offers a competitive compensation package reflective of the expertise required.

In this position, the Communication Specialist will own and execute the social media strategy across multiple platforms including LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit, and others, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Responsibilities also include managing paid social campaigns, email marketing strategies, and various public relations initiatives, as well as maintaining advertising and directory listings. The role demands strong organizational and communication skills, a deep understanding of brand voice and positioning by target markets, and the ability to develop and implement strategic multi-channel marketing campaigns within a collaborative B2B environment. Additionally, the Communication Specialist supports event-related communications and coordinates tradeshow materials and branded promotional merchandise, playing a key role in enhancing Rogers Machinery’s public image and market reach.

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of four years’ experience managing social media, email, and PR marketing strategies, with expertise using automation, scheduling, and analytics tools. Strong writing, editing, project management skills, and a preference for experience in B2B or industrial manufacturing environments are essential. A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field is preferred. Overall, this role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a proactive professional to contribute to the growth and success of a well-established company in the industrial machinery sector.