Canton, Ohio is a city of about 70,000 anchored by strong healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics employers. There are roughly 29,000+ job listings in the Canton area at any given time according to Indeed, spread across hospital systems, staffing agencies, retail, restaurants, and skilled trades. I've helped friends and neighbors find work here over the years, and the pattern is clear — if you know which employers are hiring, which websites to use, and what the local hiring rhythm looks like, you can find work faster than by throwing resumes at every listing you see. Here's the practical guide to getting hired in Canton.
Major Canton Area Employers
Healthcare (largest sector)
- Aultman Hospital — 5,000+ employees, Stark County's largest employer. Nursing, medical assistants, patient care assistants, administrative, food service. See our Aultman Hospital guide for location details.
- Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital — 2,800 caregivers. Similar role mix as Aultman plus urgent care positions across multiple locations. See our Mercy Hospital guide.
- Akron Children's Hospital — Canton/North Canton — Pediatric specialty care roles.
- Coleman Health Services — Behavioral health and addiction services, counselors and case managers.
Manufacturing & Industrial
- Timken Company — Global bearings and industrial technology manufacturer headquartered in North Canton.
- Kleen Test Products — Contract manufacturer of household and personal care products. Ongoing openings for winder operators, production roles ($15-17.25/hour range).
- Various plastics and metal fabricators throughout Stark County — maintenance mechanics, assembly, machine operators.
Logistics & Transportation
- FedEx — North Canton hub, package handlers and delivery drivers.
- Akron-Canton Airport — Multiple positions across airlines, TSA, ground services, food service.
- CDL trucking companies — Regional routes paying $65,000-$100,000/year for experienced drivers.
Retail & Service
- Costco Wholesale — Canton and North Canton locations, stock associates and cashiers.
- Save-A-Lot, Papa John's, Caliber Collision, Chick-fil-A — Hourly service and retail roles.
- Belden Village Mall, Hartville Marketplace — Retail and restaurant hiring year-round.
Education & Government
- Walsh University — North Canton. Faculty, administrative, and support staff.
- Stark County District Library — Library specialists and support staff.
- Canton City Schools, North Canton City Schools — Teachers, aides, secretaries, maintenance.
- Stark State College, Kent State Stark — Higher education positions.
- City of Canton — Government jobs at cantonohio.gov/Jobs.aspx.
Hospitality & Tourism
- Pro Football Hall of Fame & Hall of Fame Village — Guest services, operations, events.
- Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa — 1700 55th Street NE, Canton. Hospitality, food service, spa roles.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown — Hotel operations.
- Visit Canton — Tourism and welcome center positions.
Where to Search for Canton Jobs
Major Job Boards
- Indeed Canton: indeed.com/l-canton,-oh-jobs.html (largest volume, ~29,000+ listings)
- ZipRecruiter: Canton OH listings, often with one-click apply
- Glassdoor: Company ratings alongside job listings — useful for researching employers
- CareerBuilder: Traditional board with direct-apply options
- LinkedIn: Professional and office roles skew here
- Monster: Still active for Canton listings
Local Hiring Resources
- OhioMeansJobs Stark (OMJ Stark): Managed through Stark County Job & Family Services. In-person help with resumes, interview prep, and job matching. See our Stark County JFS guide.
- Timken Career Campus: 521 Tuscarawas Street, Canton OH 44702. Hosts hiring fairs, career development events. High-demand industries featured.
- Visit Canton Partner Jobs: visitcanton.com/partners/jobs — hospitality, restaurants, attractions
- Staffing agencies: Nesco Resource (Canton office specializes in manufacturing and warehouse), Mancan Staffing, various others.
Government Employment
- City of Canton: cantonohio.gov/Jobs.aspx
- Stark County government: starkcountyohio.gov (County Commissioners' office coordinates posting)
- State of Ohio: careers.ohio.gov
- Federal: usajobs.gov
Canton Wage Ranges — What to Expect
Based on current Canton-area listings:
- Entry-level hourly: $14-16/hour (retail, food service, warehouse labor)
- Mid-skill trade/manufacturing: $16-22/hour (CNC operators, assemblers, maintenance helpers)
- Skilled manufacturing: $22-34/hour (machinists, maintenance mechanics, electricians)
- Healthcare support: $15-25/hour (medical assistants, patient care)
- RN/LPN: $28-45/hour depending on experience and specialty
- Office/administrative: $17-25/hour
- CDL Class A driver: $65,000-$100,000/year
- Professional (entry salary): $45,000-$65,000 for bachelor's-required roles
Hiring Events and Job Fairs
Canton hosts several recurring hiring events worth knowing about:
- Healthcare hiring fairs at Walsh University (McPherson Academic and Athletic Complex, 425 W State Street, Alliance) — connect students and experienced workers with clinical partners and nursing programs.
- Timken Career Campus career development events — ongoing throughout the year at 521 Tuscarawas Street, Canton.
- Gervasi Destinations hiring open houses — hospitality and restaurant positions at Gervasi Vineyard's Villa Grande.
- Stark County JFS employer events — monthly employer presentations, some virtual, through OhioMeansJobs.
Tips for Finding Canton Work Fast
- Start with the biggest employers first. Aultman, Mercy, Timken, FedEx, and the county government post constantly. Even if your first target is customer service or warehousing, these large employers have benefits packages smaller competitors can't match.
- Visit Stark County JFS in person. The OMJ Stark staff know current employer needs and can refer you to openings that haven't hit major job boards yet. Address and phone in our JFS guide.
- Apply directly through employer websites when possible. Many large employers (hospitals especially) move candidates faster through their own ATS than through Indeed/ZipRecruiter.
- Get your CDL or medical certification if you're open to it. Both fields have chronic shortages in the Canton area and pay well above the general hourly market.
- Use a staffing agency for quick placement. Nesco Resource, Mancan, and similar agencies place workers in manufacturing and warehousing within days, often converting to direct hire after 60-90 days.
- Follow up. After applying online, call or email the hiring manager within 3-5 business days. This alone puts you ahead of 80% of other applicants.
- Don't overlook hospitality. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Village, Hall of Fame Resort, Gervasi, and Belden Village hotels all hire steadily.
If You Need Help with the Job Search
Several Stark County organizations offer free job search assistance:
- OhioMeansJobs Stark (OMJ Stark) — resume help, interview prep, training referrals, direct employer connections. Through Stark County JFS at 221 3rd Street SE in Canton.
- Stark State College Career Services — workforce training programs, short-term certifications in manufacturing, healthcare, IT.
- Goodwill Career Services — free resume writing, job coaching, and workforce training for Stark County residents.
- Community Legal Aid — if you've faced wrongful termination, discrimination, or wage theft issues that are blocking your job search.
Related Resources
- Stark County workforce development hub
- Stark County Job & Family Services — OMJ Stark, unemployment, benefits
- Stark County ESC — GED and adult education
- SARTA bus schedule — public transit to job sites
Frequently Asked Questions
How many jobs are available in Canton Ohio right now?
Indeed lists roughly 29,000-30,000 open positions in the Canton area at any given time. ZipRecruiter shows about 990+ postings in the city proper. Most listings are in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and logistics.
Who are the largest employers in Canton Ohio?
Aultman Hospital (5,000+ employees, Stark County's largest employer), Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital (2,800 caregivers), Timken Company (North Canton manufacturing), FedEx, Walsh University, Stark County District Library, and various school districts.
What is the average wage in Canton Ohio?
Entry-level hourly jobs pay $14-16/hour; mid-skill trade and manufacturing roles $16-22/hour; skilled manufacturing $22-34/hour; healthcare support $15-25/hour; registered nurses $28-45/hour. Professional bachelor's-required roles start around $45,000-$65,000 annually.
Where can I get free help finding a job in Canton?
OhioMeansJobs Stark (OMJ Stark) through Stark County Job & Family Services at 221 3rd Street SE, Canton. Phone (330) 452-4661. They offer resume help, interview prep, training referrals, and direct employer connections. Goodwill Career Services and Stark State College also offer free workforce support.
Are hospitals hiring in Canton right now?
Yes — both Aultman Hospital (aultman.org/careers) and Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital (my.clevelandclinic.org/careers) post openings constantly. Both systems hire across clinical and non-clinical roles including nursing, medical assistants, patient care, environmental services, food service, IT, and administration.
What manufacturing jobs are available in Canton?
Timken, Kleen Test Products, and dozens of smaller plastics and metal fabricators across Stark County hire for machine operators, maintenance mechanics, assemblers, and CNC operators. Staffing agencies like Nesco Resource and Mancan place workers quickly. Wages range from $15 (entry assembler) to $34/hour (experienced maintenance mechanic).