Consumer Goods F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Consumer goods F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio are concentrated around Cincinnati, where Procter & Gamble and its supplier network hire data scientists, supply chain engineers, and packaging technologists. Columbus and Cleveland add retail analytics and product development roles. Ohio's deep manufacturing base means STEM-designated positions span operations research, quality systems, and consumer insights.
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Tarkett is seeking an experienced and strategic Controls Engineer to join our successful and growing team in Middlefield, Ohio. In this position you will be responsible for supporting our operations by leading the electrical control system design and installation of new equipment. In this role you will also support existing equipment and plant operations, while recommending upgrades and technology improvements. You will primarily support our Middlefield operations but there may also be projects in our Chagrin Falls location where your expertise will also be welcomed. This position reports into the Senior Manager of Engineering and Maintenance and partners with Production, Quality, Safety, Procurement and Maintenance Departments to eliminate process variation and execute cost reduction opportunities with a focus on equipment control, technology upgrades and automation implementation. Join a highly engaged group of passionate business professionals with long tenure in an organization that has a flat organizational structure and little hierarchy. Our organization strongly values teamwork. All our employees have a voice and can truly impact the company. If you consider yourself to be a change agent and want to see an impact from your efforts, you can do that here.
Responsibilities:
- Designs and implements plant wide SCADA and MES system improvements, working closely with the process engineering and quality teams to determine best practices for data collection and process control.
- Develops and supports Allen Bradley PLC based control systems, including development and recommending technology upgrades of control systems.
- Design electrical systems for new equipment, including schematics, panel design, component selection, and wiring.
- Configures and trains technical personnel on the installation, programming, and troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and control systems.
- Troubleshoots machinery and plant technical issues, guides Maintenance Techs to address root cause repairs.
- Develops and maintains PLC Ladder Logic and code for Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Troubleshoots maintenance related problems and coaches Maintenance Techs to address root cause of failures. This includes troubleshooting and programming PLC’s using Ladder Logic.
- Mentor other engineers and maintenance technicians in automation and controls, thus improving the overall department skills and abilities.
- Provide remote troubleshooting support as needed to ensure production is maintained across all night and weekend shifts.
- Develop business cases and write Capital Appropriation Requests including project cost and justification with payback & ROI calculations to support operational needs.
- Partner with operations and maintenance teams to implement AM / PM measures to ensure equipment is well maintained for safe and reliable operation to meet product specifications.
- Negotiate with and oversee suppliers and contractors on equipment installation, redesign, and troubleshooting.
- May also be given opportunities to support facilities power and electrical projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be responsible for observing all safety rules and regulations. Must act safely and be always responsible for the safety of others around you.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical degree
- Minimum of 3 years of plant or related field experience with process or industrial machinery controls
- Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting experience (PLC-5, RxLinx, RsLogix 500, Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench)
- Strong knowledge of industrial machinery and control systems and safety circuits.
- Ability to comply with existing safety standards.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Strong team player
- Strong organizational skills and maintain a well-kept work area.
- Drive for results and accountability
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Experience in coordinating efforts with contractors and suppliers is required.
- Proven success with capital and large project leadership and execution
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Solidworks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with rubber processes and equipment
- Experience with iFix, Omron, Motion Controls, Pro-Face, Ignition, FactoryTalk Optix, IO-Link
- Experience with SAP
- Knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic System Components
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand and eye coordination, use hand/air/electrical power tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
- The employee must perform his/her job functions while observing Tarkett safety standards and regulations.
- The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.
- Adherence to state and local health and safety mandates is required.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A commitment that Safety is #1
- Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
- Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
- We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
- We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
- We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
WHO WE ARE:
With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe. Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
INTRODUCTION
Tarkett is seeking an experienced and strategic Controls Engineer to join our successful and growing team in Middlefield, Ohio. In this position you will be responsible for supporting our operations by leading the electrical control system design and installation of new equipment. In this role you will also support existing equipment and plant operations, while recommending upgrades and technology improvements. You will primarily support our Middlefield operations but there may also be projects in our Chagrin Falls location where your expertise will also be welcomed. This position reports into the Senior Manager of Engineering and Maintenance and partners with Production, Quality, Safety, Procurement and Maintenance Departments to eliminate process variation and execute cost reduction opportunities with a focus on equipment control, technology upgrades and automation implementation. Join a highly engaged group of passionate business professionals with long tenure in an organization that has a flat organizational structure and little hierarchy. Our organization strongly values teamwork. All our employees have a voice and can truly impact the company. If you consider yourself to be a change agent and want to see an impact from your efforts, you can do that here.
Responsibilities:
- Designs and implements plant wide SCADA and MES system improvements, working closely with the process engineering and quality teams to determine best practices for data collection and process control.
- Develops and supports Allen Bradley PLC based control systems, including development and recommending technology upgrades of control systems.
- Design electrical systems for new equipment, including schematics, panel design, component selection, and wiring.
- Configures and trains technical personnel on the installation, programming, and troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and control systems.
- Troubleshoots machinery and plant technical issues, guides Maintenance Techs to address root cause repairs.
- Develops and maintains PLC Ladder Logic and code for Allen Bradley PLCs.
- Troubleshoots maintenance related problems and coaches Maintenance Techs to address root cause of failures. This includes troubleshooting and programming PLC’s using Ladder Logic.
- Mentor other engineers and maintenance technicians in automation and controls, thus improving the overall department skills and abilities.
- Provide remote troubleshooting support as needed to ensure production is maintained across all night and weekend shifts.
- Develop business cases and write Capital Appropriation Requests including project cost and justification with payback & ROI calculations to support operational needs.
- Partner with operations and maintenance teams to implement AM / PM measures to ensure equipment is well maintained for safe and reliable operation to meet product specifications.
- Negotiate with and oversee suppliers and contractors on equipment installation, redesign, and troubleshooting.
- May also be given opportunities to support facilities power and electrical projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be responsible for observing all safety rules and regulations. Must act safely and be always responsible for the safety of others around you.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related technical degree
- Minimum of 3 years of plant or related field experience with process or industrial machinery controls
- Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting experience (PLC-5, RxLinx, RsLogix 500, Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench)
- Strong knowledge of industrial machinery and control systems and safety circuits.
- Ability to comply with existing safety standards.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven problem-solving skills.
- Strong team player
- Strong organizational skills and maintain a well-kept work area.
- Drive for results and accountability
- Excellent listening and communication skills
- Ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Experience in coordinating efforts with contractors and suppliers is required.
- Proven success with capital and large project leadership and execution
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Solidworks
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with rubber processes and equipment
- Experience with iFix, Omron, Motion Controls, Pro-Face, Ignition, FactoryTalk Optix, IO-Link
- Experience with SAP
- Knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic System Components
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand and eye coordination, use hand/air/electrical power tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.
- The employee must perform his/her job functions while observing Tarkett safety standards and regulations.
- The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles.
- Adherence to state and local health and safety mandates is required.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A commitment that Safety is #1
- Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
- Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
- We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
- We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
- We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
WHO WE ARE:
With a history of 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12,000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl, linoleum, rubber, carpet, wood, laminate, artificial turf, and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe. Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint, the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle® principles, fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach.
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.
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Search Consumer Goods Jobs in OhioConsumer Goods Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which consumer goods companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Ohio?
Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati is among the most active F-1 STEM OPT sponsors in Ohio's consumer goods sector, hiring across data science, chemical engineering, and supply chain. Nestlé, Scotts Miracle-Gro, and Sherwin-Williams also have Ohio operations with documented OPT hiring in technical roles. Smaller contract manufacturers and private-label producers throughout the state occasionally sponsor as well, particularly for roles in quality assurance and process engineering.
Which cities in Ohio have the most consumer goods F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Cincinnati leads by a significant margin due to Procter & Gamble's global headquarters and the dense cluster of consumer goods suppliers and logistics firms it anchors. Columbus follows, driven by retail analytics, e-commerce fulfillment technology, and food and beverage brands. Cleveland offers opportunities in specialty chemicals and household product manufacturing. Dayton and Toledo have smaller but active pockets in packaging engineering and industrial consumer goods production.
What types of consumer goods roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify are those classified under STEM-designated degree fields by ICE. In consumer goods, that typically includes supply chain data analyst, process engineer, packaging engineer, operations research analyst, consumer insights data scientist, and quality systems engineer. The position must require applying STEM knowledge directly. General marketing coordinator or sales representative roles rarely qualify because they don't depend on a STEM degree as a baseline requirement.
How do I find consumer goods F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for F-1 STEM OPT-eligible positions and surfaces consumer goods employers in Ohio with verified sponsorship history. Because not every job posting explicitly states OPT eligibility, Migrate Mate's employer-level data helps you identify companies that have previously supported OPT students in STEM roles, narrowing your search to realistic targets in the Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland markets.
Are there any Ohio-specific or consumer goods industry considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Ohio has a strong manufacturing and consumer products base, which means many STEM OPT positions involve on-site or plant-based work rather than fully remote roles. Your DSO must authorize STEM OPT before your standard OPT expires, and the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which is standard for large consumer goods companies in the state. Ohio-headquartered firms tend to have established HR processes for OPT, but smaller regional suppliers may need more lead time to confirm E-Verify enrollment.