AI Agent & Automation Specialist – Manufacturing

AI Agent & Automation Specialist – Manufacturing – $70,000–$100,000 Base Salary

Another Outside-the-Box AI and Automation Opportunity from Kevin M. Downey...

Our client is a fast-growing company based in Columbus, Ohio, with teams across sales, operations, product, finance, and marketing, along with production and warehouse staff. This is your opportunity to join their growing team as an AI Agent & Automation Specialist.

In this role, you will find the manual, repetitive work that slows the business down and replace it with AI agents and automated workflows, using platforms like ChatGPT Agents and Claude and tools like n8n and  Some projects will be low-code builds, and some will call for Python scripting, depending on the task.

You will work hand-in-hand with every department and own each project from start to finish. The company hires to five core values: creative problem-solving, ownership and getting things done, going above and beyond, embracing change, and humility.

• Based in Columbus, Ohio – [confirm on-site or hybrid]
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Through United Healthcare (PPO & HSA Options)
• Company HSA Contributions Up to $2,000 Annually
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Up to 4% Company Match
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Financial Advisory Services Included with Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage Available for Eligible Spouses & Dependents
• Health Benefits Begin the First of the Month Following Hire
• 401(k) Eligibility After 60 Days
• High-Visibility Role Working Across Every Department
• Hands-On Work with the Latest AI Platforms

• Analyze Existing Business Processes & Identify Opportunities for AI-Driven Automation
• Design, Build & Maintain AI Agents and Automated Workflows Using No-Code, Low-Code, or Scripted Solutions
• Connect Internal Business Systems (CRM, Shared Drives, Forms, Reporting Tools) to AI Platforms
• Train & Support Teams Across the Company on Using AI Tools in Their Daily Work
• Keep Data Clean in Core Business Systems So Automations Run on Reliable Data
• Document Automation Projects & Workflows for Internal Knowledge Sharing
• Troubleshoot & Optimize Existing Automations as Business Needs Change
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Product, Finance & Marketing to Scope New Automation Opportunities

• Hands-On Experience with Automation Platforms (n8n, , Zapier, or Similar)
• Working Knowledge of Python for Scripting, API Calls & Data Handling
• Practical Experience Using ChatGPT, Claude, or Similar AI Tools for Real Business Tasks
• Strong Process-Mapping & Documentation Habits
• Comfortable Working in CRM/Database Systems (e.g., Salesforce) at a User/Admin Level
• Ability to Own a Project from Start to Finish
• Must Live Within Commuting Distance of Columbus, Ohio

• Experience in Manufacturing, Operations, or Another Non-Tech Industry
• Exposure to Data Platforms Like Databricks
• General Data Cleanup Experience

  Process-Oriented, Detail-Oriented, Self-Directed, Creative Problem-Solver, Gets Stuff Done, Adaptable, Humble Team Player

  The Recruiting Process

  Once we receive your resume, one of our recruiters will reach out to confirm your interest and that the position is an overall fit. From there, our client's process includes a short Ways of Working survey, a virtual interview with the hiring manager, an in-person interview in Columbus, and a skills assessment with a short work assignment so you can show what you can build.

  Then it's as simple as receiving an offer letter and landing the job!