Electronics Jobs in Ohio with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio are concentrated around companies like Rockwell Automation, Keysight Technologies, and Dana Incorporated, with hiring hubs in Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton. Ohio's manufacturing and defense electronics sectors create consistent demand for hardware engineers, embedded systems developers, and electrical engineers on OPT authorization.
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Job Title: Material Handler
Req ID: 48755
Job Location (Short): Van Wert, OH, USA
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type: On-site
The Impact You'll Make
As a Material Handler at Danfoss, you play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing operations run smoothly. Your efforts guarantee that every production line receives the correct parts promptly, enabling our teams to produce the high-quality components trusted by customers worldwide.
Your precision and attention to detail help sustain product flow, minimize downtime, and promote a safe, efficient, and well-organized work environment. By performing your duties effectively, you contribute directly to our delivery performance and uphold the reliability that defines Danfoss solutions.
Starting Pay: $17.00–$17.50/ hr. $1.50 shift premiums for 2nd & 3rd shift + sign-on bonus up to $2500.
The areas we are actively hiring Material Handlers are in: Distribution.
- 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday | 2:45 PM – 10:45 PM
- 3rd Shift: Monday – Friday | 10:45 PM – 6:45 AM
- 4th Shift: Friday – Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Work 36 hours but get paid for 40.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide materials and components to production lines to enable teams to achieve daily manufacturing goals.
- Receive, stock, retrieve, and stage parts to ensure inventory accuracy and organization.
- Utilize handheld RF scanners to locate, track, and confirm part numbers and quantities.
- Package, label, and prepare materials for internal production and outbound shipments.
- Keep work areas clean and organized to promote safety and efficient material flow.
What We're Looking For
- Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to accurately interpret shop orders, part numbers, and fundamental instructions.
- Willingness to utilize or learn to utilize RF scanners and inventory management systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to upholding safety standards.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English is essential. Candidates must possess legal authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.
What You'll Get from Us
At Danfoss, you’ll join a team that values your contribution and supports your growth.
In addition to hands-on learning, career development, and a people-first culture, you’ll receive:
- 3 weeks of accrued PTO plus paid holiday shutdown at Christmas
- Medical and dental insurance starting day one
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- 3% annual short-term incentive (bonus)
- Up to $1,500 in employee referral bonuses
- $1.50/hour shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift:
- Sign-on bonus up to $2,500, based on shift and experience
- Development opportunities within a supportive, safety-focused team environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Information at a Glance
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Job Title: Material Handler
Req ID: 48755
Job Location (Short): Van Wert, OH, USA
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment
Job Category: Supply Chain and Operations
Work Location Type: On-site
The Impact You'll Make
As a Material Handler at Danfoss, you play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing operations run smoothly. Your efforts guarantee that every production line receives the correct parts promptly, enabling our teams to produce the high-quality components trusted by customers worldwide.
Your precision and attention to detail help sustain product flow, minimize downtime, and promote a safe, efficient, and well-organized work environment. By performing your duties effectively, you contribute directly to our delivery performance and uphold the reliability that defines Danfoss solutions.
Starting Pay: $17.00–$17.50/ hr. $1.50 shift premiums for 2nd & 3rd shift + sign-on bonus up to $2500.
The areas we are actively hiring Material Handlers are in: Distribution.
- 2nd Shift: Monday – Friday | 2:45 PM – 10:45 PM
- 3rd Shift: Monday – Friday | 10:45 PM – 6:45 AM
- 4th Shift: Friday – Sunday | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Work 36 hours but get paid for 40.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide materials and components to production lines to enable teams to achieve daily manufacturing goals.
- Receive, stock, retrieve, and stage parts to ensure inventory accuracy and organization.
- Utilize handheld RF scanners to locate, track, and confirm part numbers and quantities.
- Package, label, and prepare materials for internal production and outbound shipments.
- Keep work areas clean and organized to promote safety and efficient material flow.
What We're Looking For
- Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to accurately interpret shop orders, part numbers, and fundamental instructions.
- Willingness to utilize or learn to utilize RF scanners and inventory management systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to upholding safety standards.
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
- Proficiency in both spoken and written English is essential. Candidates must possess legal authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.
What You'll Get from Us
At Danfoss, you’ll join a team that values your contribution and supports your growth.
In addition to hands-on learning, career development, and a people-first culture, you’ll receive:
- 3 weeks of accrued PTO plus paid holiday shutdown at Christmas
- Medical and dental insurance starting day one
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- 3% annual short-term incentive (bonus)
- Up to $1,500 in employee referral bonuses
- $1.50/hour shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift:
- Sign-on bonus up to $2,500, based on shift and experience
- Development opportunities within a supportive, safety-focused team environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Information at a Glance
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39,000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
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Which electronics companies in Ohio sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Several Ohio-based electronics and manufacturing companies have a history of hiring F-1 OPT workers, including Rockwell Automation, Parker Hannifin, Keysight Technologies, and Dana Incorporated. Defense contractors and semiconductor suppliers operating in the Dayton and Cleveland metro areas also regularly bring on OPT candidates for engineering and hardware roles. Sponsorship practices vary by employer and role, so direct employer research is always recommended.
Which cities in Ohio have the most electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton account for the majority of electronics OPT sponsorship opportunities in Ohio. Columbus attracts semiconductor and electronics manufacturing firms, Cleveland is home to large industrial electronics and automation companies, and Dayton has a strong defense electronics presence tied to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and its contractor ecosystem. Cincinnati also has pockets of activity in embedded systems and power electronics.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that most commonly qualify include electrical engineer, embedded systems engineer, hardware design engineer, PCB layout designer, RF engineer, and test and validation engineer. These positions typically require a degree directly related to the work, which aligns well with OPT's requirement that employment be in a field directly tied to your major. Roles in quality assurance and manufacturing process engineering within electronics also frequently appear on OPT-eligible job postings.
How do I find electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type and industry, making it straightforward to find electronics companies in Ohio that are open to F-1 OPT candidates. Rather than manually sifting through general job boards, you can search Migrate Mate for electronics roles in Ohio and see which employers are actively sponsoring OPT workers in hardware, embedded systems, and related fields.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the electronics industry?
Ohio's electronics sector includes significant defense and government contracting activity, particularly in Dayton. Some positions at defense contractors require security clearances, which F-1 OPT holders are generally not eligible to obtain, so it's worth confirming clearance requirements before applying. Additionally, Ohio has several universities with strong electrical and computer engineering programs, meaning OPT candidates often compete in a pool that includes recent graduates from Ohio State, Case Western Reserve, and the University of Dayton.
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