Communications Specialist

Lamb Weston, Inc.; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well‑being programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) / Financial Planning

Job summary

Lamb Weston is seeking a Communications Specialist in Wisconsin to craft engaging internal and external content, manage social media, monitor industry trends, and coordinate events. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-brand messaging and timely delivery across channels.

The role emphasizes strong writing and editing abilities, research skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while contributing to media outreach and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in communications or public relations (agency experience preferred).
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills; translate findings into clear communications.
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft engaging content for internal platforms and social channels.
• Develop key messages and storytelling strategies for various audiences.
• Track performance and analyze results to improve communications.
• Support media outreach and monitor industry news.
• Coordinate internal events and promotional materials.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Research

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands‑on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

The Communications Specialist will help enhance how Lamb Weston tells its story and connects with internal team members and external audiences. In this role, you’ll develop clear, engaging content; strengthen our corporate social media and internal channels; monitor news and industry trends; support media outreach; and coordinate company events. This is an opportunity for a strong writer and collaborative project manager to make an impact while gaining broad experience across corporate communications.

Job Description

Content Creation & Writing

• Draft engaging content for internal platforms, including the intranet and employee newsletters.
• Write and edit social media posts for corporate channels, ensuring brand consistency and tone.
• Assist in developing key messages and storytelling strategies for various audiences.

Special Projects & Analytics

• Conduct research to support a variety of communications projects, including gathering background information, identifying relevant trends, and summarizing findings.
• Help organize project materials, timelines, and input from internal teams.
• Track performance and analyze results to improve future communications.

Media Monitoring & Outreach

• Monitor media coverage and industry news, flag relevant developments, and help prepare regular media monitoring reports.
• Support media outreach by developing media lists, researching reporters and outlets, and assisting with pitches, interview coordination, and follow‑up.

Special Events

• Help plan and execute internal events, including logistics, communications, and on‑site support.
• Create promotional materials and post‑event recaps to drive engagement and awareness.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to conduct interviews, gather information, and align messaging that supports content development.
• Manage multiple projects with attention to deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Ensure all communications reflect Lamb Weston’s brand and values.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a communications or public relations role (agency experience preferred).
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills, with the ability to synthesize information, identify relevant trends, and translate findings into clear communications.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.) and content creation tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with web‑based tools and analytics platforms is a plus.
• Experience with media monitoring, media relations, or reporter outreach is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for storytelling, team collaboration, and continuous learning.

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well‑being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family‑Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 12/01/2026

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range posted based on various factors, including, but not limited to, job duties, experience and expertise. A candidate's work location could also impact the actual compensation being outside of the range to reflect local cost of labor. A reasonable annual estimate of the range for this role is listed below.Pay Rate or Range: $64,900.00 - $97,360.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law

• Bachelor's degree required, in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in a communications or public relations role (agency experience preferred).
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills, with the ability to synthesize information, identify relevant trends, and translate findings into clear communications.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.) and content creation tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with web‑based tools and analytics platforms is a plus.
• Experience with media monitoring, media relations, or reporter outreach is a plus.
• Enthusiasm for storytelling, team collaboration, and continuous learning.