Manufacturing Reporter

The Wall Street Journal is looking for an enterprising reporter to cover the business of manufacturing and the crucial role it plays in the U.S. economy and consumers’ lives. The beat includes responsibility for big companies such as Caterpillar, 3M and Whirlpool, as well as coverage of the broader industry – manufacturing companies’ relations with workers and communities, exports and trade policy, and trends in technology and innovation. You will produce high-metabolism, high-quality coverage, including breaking significant corporate news and offering sharp insight on broad themes, connecting a pillar of the American economy with consumers' day to day experiences. You will have a track record of unearthing exclusive stories and finding original angles off the news. You will be intellectually curious and excited about delivering across a range of story formats, including quick news stories and deeply reported enterprise.