First-Shift Machine Operator — Family-Owned, Growth & Stability

Catania Oils; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

Catania Oils, a fourth-generation family-owned business in Massachusetts, seeks a 1st Shift Machine Operator in Ayer to join our team. You will operate and change over production line equipment, read work orders, and monitor performance while emphasizing safety and quality.

We value practical problem-solving, teamwork, and integrity, offering a stable role with room to grow in a company that treats employees like family and supports continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of manufacturing experience (food industry a plus).
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and multitasking skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate and change over production line equipment (filler, capper, labeler, case packer, palletizer, etc.).
• Read work orders and verify supplies (bottles, caps, labels, etc.).
• Monitor production rates and equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Perform quality checks and maintain accurate documentation.
• Keep your area clean and safe throughout the shift.

Skills

English fluency

Mechanical troubleshooting

Multitasking

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Catania Oils, a fourth-generation family-owned business in Massachusetts, seeks a 1st Shift Machine Operator in Ayer to join our team. You will operate and change over production line equipment, read work orders, and monitor performance while emphasizing safety and quality.

We value practical problem-solving, teamwork, and integrity, offering a stable role with room to grow in a company that treats employees like family and supports continuous improvement.