Description

Do you take pride in doing things right the first time? Looking for a stable job with room to grow? Ready to join a team that treats you like family? We want to hear from you!

2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic – Ayer, MA

Join a Legacy. Build the Future

Catania Oils, a fourth-generation, family-owned business with 125 years of excellence in the edible oils industry, is looking for a passionate and driven Maintenance Mechanic to join our second shift team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving problems, and know how to bring out the best in people—this is your moment.

Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

We Are Family – We treat every team member with respect and support, just like family.
Own It – We take responsibility, celebrate wins, and learn from challenges.
Job Well Done – We strive for excellence and take pride in delivering quality work.
Customer Focused – We go beyond expectations to ensure our customers succeed.
Authenticity at Our Core – We act with integrity and stay true to our values, even under pressure.

What You’ll Do

Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production and facility equipment
Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Maintain accurate repair logs and assist with inventory tracking
Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
Support operational efficiency by minimizing downtime and waste
Follow all safety protocols, GMPs, and SOPs
Use basic PLC troubleshooting (Allen Bradley RS Logix 500)
Perform basic welding (Stick, MIG, TIG) and electrical diagnostics (24V–480V)

Requirements

What You Bring

High school diploma or equivalent
Degree or certification in a technical trade or maintenance-related field
Minimum 1 year of related experience (required)
Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in physically demanding environments (bending, climbing, crawling)
Experience with hand tools, power tools, and automated equipment
Willingness to work in hot/cold conditions and confined spaces

Tools & Equipment You’ll Use

Welders, torches, saws, grinders, drills, rigging equipment
Forklifts, man lifts, ladders, scaffolding
Automated systems: palletizers, conveyors, fillers, cappers, coders, pumps, gearboxes

Why Catania Oils?

Be part of a company that values teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement
Work in a culture that blends tradition with innovation
Make a real impact in a company that’s committed to sustainability and quality.
We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Catania Oils is an Equal Opportunity Employer