Operations Specialist Jobs in Ohio
Operations Specialist jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where anchor employers like Nationwide, KeyBank, and Procter & Gamble maintain large operations teams across supply chain coordination, process improvement, and business continuity functions. Demand holds strong at every level from associate to senior, with logistics optimization and cross-functional program support among the most consistently sought specialties. Ohio's role as a Midwest distribution and financial services hub keeps hiring active across both corporate and government-adjacent sectors. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Description:
As an Operations Specialist in the Client Operations Group, you will primarily be responsible for the day-to-day execution of client tasks. The successful candidate will utilize their operational skills and knowledge to perform the day-to-day operations to meet the business objectives and requirements of client and project initiatives. Furthermore, the role requires the individual to possess a strong entrepreneurial spirit, be highly collaborative, express ideas readily, manage change fluidly, and influence and identify opportunities.
As necessary, you will be responsible for providing support to the Client Operations Manager during discussions between the MS leadership team, and the client for any initial KPI/KRI reporting, which may also include ad hoc changes to the KPI/KRI reporting. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring overall dashboard reporting is accurate and issued timely (for your clients). The ability to identify risks and manage downward and upward communication and feedback is important.
Primary Responsibilities
Execute and complete day-to-day tasks per the business objectives and requirement of clients.
- Updating project documentation on a consistent basis and conveying them to management
- Partnering with Managed Services leadership to design the structure of a project, its goals, and resource requirements
- Developing and managing project risks, contingency and mitigation plans
- Developing and managing new client and Full Time Employee onboarding procedures
- Understanding and building reporting tools per client and Managed Services leadership specifications.
- Involvement with forecasting, invoicing, and revenue estimates for Managed Services engagements.
- Contribute to COG business development and growth initiatives
- Helping identify new opportunities or opportunities to expand the overall operational support across client engagements, based on understanding of client's AML program and its operations and gathering and documenting appropriate information.
- Involvement in certain internal strategic initiatives across the COG, which includes standardization across project management and operating tasks.
Required Qualifications
- BA degree
- Two to four years or more of operations and project management experience, with an understanding of workflow requirements as they pertain to areas such as transaction monitoring, AML policies and procedures, KYC, EDD and AML independent testing.
- Ability to lead projects, develop timelines, coordinate project teams and implement action items during a project's life.
- Ability to exercise project management skills to effectively manage scope, budget, and timelines on internal and external projects.
- Ability to identify and manage prompt resolution of potential risks and issues while managing business objectives and requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Teams, SharePoint
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Certification
- Strong knowledge of banking industry and related regulations and laws.
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit, highly collaborative, able to express ideas readily, manage change fluidly, able to influence and identify opportunities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional Certification.
- Strong knowledge of banking industry and related regulations and laws.
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Subject matter knowledge:
- Fraud and/or sanctions experience;
- Payments and/or Fintech experience; and
- Understanding and/or knowledge of AML regulations.
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit, highly collaborative, and able to express ideas readily, manage change fluidly, and influence and identify opportunities.
- Experience with and understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including Microsoft Copilot, and how they can be applied to improve operational efficiency, reporting, and project documentation
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Top Industries Hiring
- Human Resources
- Chemicals & Materials
- Technology & Software
- Government & Public Sector
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations specialist jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional workflows or process improvement initiatives
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to operational data and reporting
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder and vendor coordination
Operations Specialist Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations specialist in Ohio?
Most operations specialist roles in Ohio require a bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or operations management from an accredited Ohio university or equivalent program. No state-issued license is required for the general role. Employers across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati typically look for candidates who have completed relevant coursework or earned a certification such as the Certified Associate in Project Management or a Six Sigma credential to strengthen their application.
Which companies hire operations specialists in Ohio?
Employers hiring operations specialists in Ohio right now include Range USA, Civista Bank, and EQUITY ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, large regional logistics firms, and public-sector agencies means demand for operations specialists stays broad and relatively stable throughout the year.
Which Ohio cities have the most operations specialist jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland account for the largest share of operations specialist openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because it is home to major insurance, retail, and government operations headquarters, while Cleveland's financial services and healthcare systems and Cincinnati's logistics and consumer goods companies drive steady demand in those metros.
Are there remote operations specialist jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and they are fairly common for this role. About 46% of operations specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on data analysis, reporting, and cross-functional coordination that can be done from anywhere. Roles with direct oversight of physical facilities or on-site logistics teams are more likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a operations specialist in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an administrative coordinator or operations associate role at a large Ohio employer such as a Columbus-area insurance company, a Northeast Ohio health system, or a Southwest Ohio distribution center. Many of these organizations run formal rotational or associate programs designed for recent graduates. Earning a Six Sigma Yellow Belt or completing a supply chain certificate through a community college like Columbus State strengthens a candidate's application without prior full-time experience.
Where can I find and apply to operations specialist jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to operations specialist jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and location preferences, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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