Distribution & Wholesale OPT Jobs in Ohio
Distribution and wholesale F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio draw from the state's deep logistics infrastructure, with major employers like Cardinal Health, Procter & Gamble, and Amazon operating large distribution and supply chain operations in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Ohio's central location and freight network make it one of the more active Midwest states for OPT candidates in this sector.
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Job Number #177119 - Washington Court House, Ohio, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the effective operation, repair and changeovers of production equipment. The role also works with others to achieve factory business objectives of safety, equipment reliability, productivity, customer service, quality, cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the role include safety compliance, attaining high equipment reliability and uptime, equipment maintenance procedures, data collection, housekeeping, problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team.
The primary accountabilities of the role include troubleshoot, repair, and preventative maintenance as required to ensure equipment reliability; assist with root cause analysis to identify reasons for failures and breakdowns; review electrical and pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair and project work; and will work closely with the operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation Technicians.
Basic qualifications include:
- 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant or an Associate’s Degree in a related field
- 3+ years manufacturing experience
- Practical knowledge of basic maintenance shop equipment
- Problem assessment, problem solving and basic math skills
- Intermediate computer skills in Google suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel
Preferred qualifications include:
- Technical certificate in an industrial related field
- 1+ years manufacturing or similar experience with an emphasis in industrial maintenance, mechanics and electronics
- Experience using electronic maintenance work order systems
- Previous SAP experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Previous similar manufacturing experience (food, pet food, pharmaceuticals)
- Ability to work an off-shift work schedule that includes weekends.
Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work on weekends.
- Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, maintain and repair operating equipment during production and breakdowns.
- Review blueprints, project instructions, electrical & pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair or project work.
- Utilize maintenance shop equipment to include drill press, lathe, mill, welding, etc.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to bend, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces, and work in hazardous condition spaces for up to twelve hours per day.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions with temperature ranges from cold to hot and humid
- Ability to use hazardous materials
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on continual basis
- Complete tasks that require working with hands overhead
- Use a stand-up or sit-down forklift, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day
- Type, using a computer keyboard, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day
- Walk unlimited distances each day.
- Frequently walk up and down multiple levels of steps, multiple times a day, up to 8.5 levels - carrying tool bag, materials, or other supplies that weigh 25 lbs on average
- Occasionally climb ladders or ledges, with tie-off equipment when required
- Frequently bend at waist 90 degrees and flex at knees 120 degrees
- Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing, eye, foot and dust protection.
- Frequently perform tasks in an environment that contains significant levels of dust
- Perceive visual and audible alarms and telephones while wearing hearing protection
- Receive and transmit information in person and by telephone communications
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.
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No Relocation Assistance Offered
Job Number #177119 - Washington Court House, Ohio, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the effective operation, repair and changeovers of production equipment. The role also works with others to achieve factory business objectives of safety, equipment reliability, productivity, customer service, quality, cost and environmental protection. The primary accountabilities of the role include safety compliance, attaining high equipment reliability and uptime, equipment maintenance procedures, data collection, housekeeping, problem solving and continuous improvement as part of a work team.
The primary accountabilities of the role include troubleshoot, repair, and preventative maintenance as required to ensure equipment reliability; assist with root cause analysis to identify reasons for failures and breakdowns; review electrical and pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair and project work; and will work closely with the operators to support production and transfer skills to Operation Technicians.
Basic qualifications include:
- 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing plant or an Associate’s Degree in a related field
- 3+ years manufacturing experience
- Practical knowledge of basic maintenance shop equipment
- Problem assessment, problem solving and basic math skills
- Intermediate computer skills in Google suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Excel
Preferred qualifications include:
- Technical certificate in an industrial related field
- 1+ years manufacturing or similar experience with an emphasis in industrial maintenance, mechanics and electronics
- Experience using electronic maintenance work order systems
- Previous SAP experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Previous similar manufacturing experience (food, pet food, pharmaceuticals)
- Ability to work an off-shift work schedule that includes weekends.
Expected Areas of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work on weekends.
- Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, maintain and repair operating equipment during production and breakdowns.
- Review blueprints, project instructions, electrical & pneumatic schematics during troubleshooting, repair or project work.
- Utilize maintenance shop equipment to include drill press, lathe, mill, welding, etc.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to bend, climb, crawl, and work in confined spaces, and work in hazardous condition spaces for up to twelve hours per day.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions with temperature ranges from cold to hot and humid
- Ability to use hazardous materials
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on continual basis
- Complete tasks that require working with hands overhead
- Use a stand-up or sit-down forklift, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day
- Type, using a computer keyboard, intermittently for up to twelve hours per day
- Walk unlimited distances each day.
- Frequently walk up and down multiple levels of steps, multiple times a day, up to 8.5 levels - carrying tool bag, materials, or other supplies that weigh 25 lbs on average
- Occasionally climb ladders or ledges, with tie-off equipment when required
- Frequently bend at waist 90 degrees and flex at knees 120 degrees
- Wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing, eye, foot and dust protection.
- Frequently perform tasks in an environment that contains significant levels of dust
- Perceive visual and audible alarms and telephones while wearing hearing protection
- Receive and transmit information in person and by telephone communications
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $ - $ USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.
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OPT Distribution & Wholesale Job Roles in Ohio
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Search Distribution & Wholesale Jobs in OhioDistribution & Wholesale OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which distribution and wholesale companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Ohio?
Companies with significant distribution and supply chain operations in Ohio that have sponsored F-1 OPT workers include Cardinal Health (Dublin), AmerisourceBergen, Gordon Food Service, and large e-commerce fulfillment operators such as Amazon and Chewy. Sponsorship patterns tend to concentrate in supply chain, logistics coordination, procurement, and inventory analytics roles rather than warehouse floor positions.
Which cities in Ohio have the most distribution and wholesale F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus is the leading market, anchored by Cardinal Health's headquarters and a dense cluster of e-commerce fulfillment centers along the I-70 and I-71 corridors. Cleveland and Cincinnati also have active wholesale and distribution sectors, particularly in industrial goods and food service distribution. Dayton and Toledo see activity tied to automotive parts distribution and regional wholesale operations.
What types of distribution and wholesale roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that most commonly qualify are those requiring a directly related bachelor's or master's degree, including supply chain analyst, demand planning analyst, procurement specialist, logistics operations analyst, and inventory management specialist. Positions focused on data analysis, systems coordination, or business operations within a wholesale or distribution context tend to align well with OPT eligibility requirements compared to general warehouse or driver roles.
How do I find distribution and wholesale F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type and industry, so you can search directly for distribution and wholesale roles in Ohio that employers have flagged for F-1 OPT sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to manually screening postings. Using Migrate Mate, you can also compare roles by city across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati to target where hiring activity is strongest.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in distribution and wholesale?
Ohio's concentration of large distribution hubs means many employers are experienced with international hires, but OPT authorization is time-limited, so starting your job search well before your graduation date matters. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your degree field qualifies, not the industry itself. Roles at larger employers in Columbus or Cincinnati are generally better positioned to support timely onboarding within OPT authorization windows than smaller regional wholesalers.