Supply Chain & Transportation
Being in the right place at the right time matters. We make it happen.
Things don’t just show up where they need to be—they get there because someone made it happen. In Hancock County, we’re in the middle of it all, with access to road, rail, air, and ports. Approximately 8 million people live within a 100-mile radius of Northwest Ohio, and there is more industrial space within 300 miles of Toledo than any other location in the United States. That gives us a unique role in keeping goods and people moving. It’s work that requires coordination, quick thinking, and a commitment to getting it right.
We Build & MoveHancock County Moves What People Rely On.
Hancock County is within a day’s drive of 50% of the U.S. and Canadian industrial markets.
That means products shipped from here can reach a large share of the country’s other industries quickly, making this area ideal for distribution and logistics.One of the nation’s largest rail terminals is just minutes away.
The CSX Northwest Ohio Intermodal Terminal in North Baltimore (less than 3 miles from Hancock County) connects trucks and trains, helping companies move goods efficiently from coast to coast.Local companies manage the movement of goods every day.
From coordinating shipments and tracking inventory to delivering products on time, these roles keep supply chains running for businesses near and far.You can move products by truck, train, plane, and nearby port access—all from here.
With strong highway connections, rail access, the Findlay Airport, and proximity to Great Lakes ports, Hancock County offers multiple ways to move people and products efficiently.
The Career Options
Air, Space, & Marine
Move people and goods across air, water, and space.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Commercial Pilot
Airline Pilot, Copilot, and Flight Engineer
Air Traffic Controller
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operator
Light Truck Driver
Bus Driver, School
Bus Driver, Transit and Intercity
Ground & Rail
Move goods and people by road and rail.
Maintenance & Repair
Keep transportation equipment safe, efficient, and up to date with new technology.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Avionic Technician
Aircraft Mechanic and Service Technician
Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic
Cleaner of Vehicles and Equipment
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Planning & Logistics
Use modern technology to improve production, drive innovation, and stay competitive.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Logistician
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Manager
First-Line Supervisor of Transportation and Material Moving Workers
Purchasing & Warehousing
Manage purchasing, storage, and facilities to keep operations running.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Laborer and Freight, Stock, and Material Mover
Stocker and Order Filler
Material Mover
Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Manager
Meet Some of Our Locals
The opportunities in this career field aren’t somewhere else—they’re already here. From local employers doing meaningful work to education and training programs preparing the next generation, Hancock County (and the greater Northwest Ohio region) offers real ways to explore, learn, and get started.
Choose your direction.
Ohio Logistics
Provides all of the assets and operational support necessary to meet sophisticated logistics requirements. Also offers customers warehousing and transportation services. Warehousing throughout Northwest Ohio, including Findlay, Bowling Green, Fostoria, Ottawa, Bellevue, Clyde, Northwood, and Willard.
Address: 1800 Industrial Drive, Findlay, Ohio
Garner Trucking
Second-generation woman-owned trucking company handling transportation, warehousing, and logistics management services. The drivers and operations team are proud of their average on-time delivery of 99.7%. Consistently ranked as one of the best fleets to drive for in the United States.
Address: 9291 County Road 313, Findlay, Ohio
Additional Resources
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Local Career Opportunities
Raise the Bar compiles local, regional, and state career exploration and immersion opportunities in this one pager. Highlighted programs for K-12 students and adult career seekers.
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Industry Snapshot Report
Lightcast data provide insight into the supply chain and transportation industry for the 17-county Northwest Ohio region. Data include demographics, skills trends, and job turnovers.
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Industry Profile
Advance CTE provides a national perspective on the supply chain and transportation cluster. This profile includes insights on emerging careers, labor market information, and skills needed.
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Ohio H.S. Industry-Recognized Credentials
The Ohio Department of Education & Workforce lists their approved industry credentials eligible to be earned by high school students pursuing the transportation career tech pathway.
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Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Pathway
OhioMeansJobs offers an interactive visual of the pathways available for transportation, distribution & logistics careers. Careers span entry level to advanced.
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CareerOneStop Videos
Managed by the U.S. Department of Labor, CareerOneStop offers numerous videos highlighting the supply chain & transportation cluster.
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Women in Trucking
Champions the employment and advancement of women in trucking. The original community supporting women in the industry, from the driver’s seat to the C-Suite.