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Robert Half
Operations Specialist
Job Description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Operations Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in Akron, Ohio through a Contract assignment. This position focuses on coordinating day-to-day operational activities, organizing schedules and meetings, and helping maintain compliance-related documentation and processes. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative judgment, solid communication skills, and confidence using Microsoft Word and Excel in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate schedules, meetings, and recurring calendar commitments to keep operational priorities on track.
- Prepare meeting materials, develop organized agendas, and distribute documentation to participants in advance of department discussions.
- Support daily operational workflows by tracking tasks, following up on action items, and helping teams stay aligned on deadlines.
- Assist with compliance-related activities by maintaining accurate records and ensuring required documentation is completed on time.
- Monitor and organize materials associated with operational projects, including hybrid work-related coordination when needed.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to arrange department meetings and communicate updates, changes, and next steps clearly.
- Use Microsoft Word and Excel to create reports, maintain logs, and support administrative and project coordination needs.
- Help manage multiple priorities across operational and project-based assignments while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness. Requirements
- Experience in operations support, administrative coordination, or a similar business support role.
- Strong ability to manage calendars, organize meetings, and handle agenda preparation and distribution.
- Familiarity with compliance processes and document control in a structured environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel for reporting, tracking, and documentation.
- Effective project coordination skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced setting.
- Background in consumer lending is a plus but not required.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
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What they do
A Scheduler or Operations Coordinator provides scheduling and logistical support for an office, company or organization. May specialize in scheduling required for production or for administrative work.
$49,804 / year median in Ohio
+8% projected growth