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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Work Schedule
12 hr shift/days
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. In this role, you will help ensure the highest quality standards across our operations, supporting our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Quality-on-the-Floor Specialist, you will collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen quality systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Shift: FOWD (Front of week Days) (Monday-Wednesday 6:00am-6:30pm)
While on training for 1-3 months schedule will be Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
A Day in the Life
- Serve as Senior QA point of contact for Quality RAPID events, facilitating path-forward and disposition determination, immediate containment actions, and ensuring sufficient data is collected to support complete and accurate deviation report generation at the conclusion of the RAPID.
- Author clear, thorough, and scientifically sound deviation reports.
- Partner with QA Management, Operations, Technical Services, Engineering, and other SMEs to ensure investigation conclusions are robust, well-supported, and aligned with GMP expectations.
- Collaborate with Client QA to review deviation report feedback, resolve comments, and ensure final reports meet site, client, and regulatory expectations.
- Track deviation report progress through review, comment resolution, approval, and closure, proactively escalating barriers, overdue actions, or alignment concerns to support timely and compliant investigation completion.
- Perform in-process QA checks prior to batch initiation for each manufacturing sub-phase, cleaning & swab verification, equipment functionality, operator training, and GMP documentation checks, ensuring errors are resolved before production start and coaching Operations personnel along the way.
- Support Change Control activities by creating, reviewing, and/or managing required batch record insert-pages in accordance with approved procedures.
- Perform manufacturing barrier checks including installation and removal verification.
- Support hold tag creation and removal activities (on raw material, product, room, or equipment) and perform associated SAP status changes to ensure accurate product and material control.
- Provide consultation and guidance for process comments to ensure quality impact is appropriately assessed and documented.
- Serve as QA representative for Quality RAPID events, supporting path-forward/disposition determination, immediate containment, and ensuring all quality considerations are appropriately addressed.
- Perform Fit & Finish audits of Manufacturing on an annual basis per FDA requirement to ensure all GMP rooms are inspected and observations are tracked and actioned by support groups.
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required).
Keys to Success
Education
- High School Diploma or GED with 5 years of experience in a Quality role within a GMP-regulated facility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related field with 2 years of experience in a Quality role within a GMP-regulated facility.
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biologics, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience
- Experience in quality assurance or operations within GMP environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device preferred)
- Experience with batch record review preferred.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
- Strong working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and FDA/EMA regulatory expectations.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and cleanroom operations.
- Familiarity with batch record documentation and data integrity principles.
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Effective communication and on-the-floor coaching ability
- Ability to identify compliance gaps and drive immediate corrective actions
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels
Abilities
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
- Ability to make sound quality decisions in real time
- Ability to work effectively in controlled manufacturing environments
- Ability to balance compliance requirements with operational efficiency
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and escalate issues appropriately
- Ability to work independently to consistently meet daily and weekly expectations
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Workstation is located in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Ability to stand and walk for 10 hours or more per day
- Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Work Schedule
12 hr shift/days
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. In this role, you will help ensure the highest quality standards across our operations, supporting our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Quality-on-the-Floor Specialist, you will collaborate cross-functionally to strengthen quality systems, drive continuous improvement, and ensure regulatory compliance in a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Shift: FOWD (Front of week Days) (Monday-Wednesday 6:00am-6:30pm)
While on training for 1-3 months schedule will be Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
A Day in the Life
- Serve as Senior QA point of contact for Quality RAPID events, facilitating path-forward and disposition determination, immediate containment actions, and ensuring sufficient data is collected to support complete and accurate deviation report generation at the conclusion of the RAPID.
- Author clear, thorough, and scientifically sound deviation reports.
- Partner with QA Management, Operations, Technical Services, Engineering, and other SMEs to ensure investigation conclusions are robust, well-supported, and aligned with GMP expectations.
- Collaborate with Client QA to review deviation report feedback, resolve comments, and ensure final reports meet site, client, and regulatory expectations.
- Track deviation report progress through review, comment resolution, approval, and closure, proactively escalating barriers, overdue actions, or alignment concerns to support timely and compliant investigation completion.
- Perform in-process QA checks prior to batch initiation for each manufacturing sub-phase, cleaning & swab verification, equipment functionality, operator training, and GMP documentation checks, ensuring errors are resolved before production start and coaching Operations personnel along the way.
- Support Change Control activities by creating, reviewing, and/or managing required batch record insert-pages in accordance with approved procedures.
- Perform manufacturing barrier checks including installation and removal verification.
- Support hold tag creation and removal activities (on raw material, product, room, or equipment) and perform associated SAP status changes to ensure accurate product and material control.
- Provide consultation and guidance for process comments to ensure quality impact is appropriately assessed and documented.
- Serve as QA representative for Quality RAPID events, supporting path-forward/disposition determination, immediate containment, and ensuring all quality considerations are appropriately addressed.
- Perform Fit & Finish audits of Manufacturing on an annual basis per FDA requirement to ensure all GMP rooms are inspected and observations are tracked and actioned by support groups.
- Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
- Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required).
Keys to Success
Education
- High School Diploma or GED with 5 years of experience in a Quality role within a GMP-regulated facility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or a related field with 2 years of experience in a Quality role within a GMP-regulated facility.
- Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, biologics, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience
- Experience in quality assurance or operations within GMP environment (pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device preferred)
- Experience with batch record review preferred.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
- Strong working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and FDA/EMA regulatory expectations.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and cleanroom operations.
- Familiarity with batch record documentation and data integrity principles.
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Effective communication and on-the-floor coaching ability
- Ability to identify compliance gaps and drive immediate corrective actions
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels
Abilities
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities
- Ability to make sound quality decisions in real time
- Ability to work effectively in controlled manufacturing environments
- Ability to balance compliance requirements with operational efficiency
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and escalate issues appropriately
- Ability to work independently to consistently meet daily and weekly expectations
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Workstation is located in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
- Ability to stand and walk for 10 hours or more per day
- Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
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Operations Specialist Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- H&R Block33
- DICK'S Sporting Goods8
- JPMorganChase3
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital3
- Meta2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial 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 H&R Block, DICK'S Sporting Goods, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 36% of operations specialist openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 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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