Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Nashoba Valley Chamber of Commerce; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Catania Oils in Ayer, MA is hiring a Warehouse Associate for 1st shift in a fast-paced, family-owned environment. You will operate forklifts and pallet jacks, support production with raw materials, and ensure accurate inventory with RF scanners and ERP systems.

This role requires a high school diploma, forklift/pallet jack certification, 1+ year warehousing experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Equal opportunity employer and strong team culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks is required.
• Experience with RF scanners and ERP systems is a plus.
• English fluency (verbal and written) is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely in a food-grade facility.
• Load/unload railers and move materials using RF scanners.
• Supply production lines with raw materials and manage inventory flow.
• Follow FIFO stock rotation and maintain accurate records.
• Perform forklift inspections, battery maintenance, and cleaning.
• Assist with product rework, paperwork processing, and inventory.
• Support team goals and help coworkers during downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

RF scanners

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Ayer, MA

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!

Warehouse Associate 1st Shift - 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 Warehouse Associate to join our 1st 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

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely in a food-grade facility
• Load/unload railers and move materials using RF scanners
• Supply production lines with raw materials and manage inventory flow
• Follow FIFO stock rotation and maintain accurate records
• Perform forklift inspections, battery maintenance, and cleaning
• Assist with product rework, paperwork processing, and inventory
• Support team goals and help coworkers during downtime
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment

Requirements

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Forklift and pallet jack certification
• 1+ year of experience in warehousing or logistics
• English fluency (verbal and written)
• Experience with ERP systems and RF scanners is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and sit for extended periods
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic

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

Salary Description

$22-$23/hour