Marketing Coordinator I

Express Employment Professionals is looking for an entry-level Marketing Coordinator for a local manufacturing company. This role assists with planning and executing industry tradeshows, conferences, and marketing events while managing day-to-day social media activities. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, and eager to learn, with an interest in event coordination, digital marketing, and promoting innovative products within technical and manufacturing industries. This is a full time, Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm position. The wage range is $21.63-$24.04! Essential Duties and Responsibilities Follow all company safety policies and procedures with a "Safety First" mindset. Maintain reliable attendance and perform assigned job duties on-site as required. Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing participation in industry tradeshows, conferences, and marketing events. Coordinate event logistics including booth shipments, promotional materials, show services, branded giveaways, and marketing collateral. Work with vendors, event organizers, printers, and internal departments to ensure project deadlines and branding standards are met. Prepare event materials including brochures, product literature, signage, presentations, and internal event documentation. Maintain event calendars, project timelines, budget trackers, and process event-related invoices. Provide on-site support during events, including booth setup and teardown, product demonstration readiness, and capturing photos and videos for marketing purposes. Manage and execute the company's social media content calendar across platforms such as LinkedIn and other appropriate channels. Create, schedule, and publish engaging social media content highlighting products, company news, industry events, and educational resources. Repurpose event content into social media posts that increase brand awareness and audience engagement. Monitor social media accounts by responding to comments and directing inquiries to the appropriate internal teams. Track and report key performance metrics for both events and social media campaigns, providing recommendations for continuous improvement. Stay informed on industry trends, marketing best practices, and emerging social media strategies. Communicate professionally with coworkers, vendors, and customers. Foster a positive, collaborative work environment. Work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Perform prolonged periods of computer work while seated at a desk. Occasionally lift up to 40 pounds independently and over 40 pounds with assistance. Perform other related duties as assigned. Travel Occasional travel to tradeshows, conferences, customer events, and company locations as needed. Required Skills and Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard office technology. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple projects. Ability to gather information, solve problems, and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Professional attitude when working with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders. Creative mindset with an interest in marketing, branding, and digital communications. Ability to translate technical or complex information into clear, audience-friendly messaging. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered. Up to 1–2 years of experience (including internships or student leadership roles) in marketing, event coordination, communications, or social media. Familiarity with LinkedIn and other major social media platforms. Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with social media scheduling platforms, CRM systems, or marketing software is a plus. Basic graphic design and content creation experience using tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, or similar software is preferred. Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and grow within a marketing and events role. #J-18808-Ljbffr