Job Description
Job DescriptionMaintenance Mechanic 2nd Shift 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 3 years 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?
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Be part of a company that values teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement
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Work in a culture that blends tradition with innovation
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Make a real impact in a company that’s committed to sustainability and quality.
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We offer competitive pay and benefits.
Catania Oils is anEqual Opportunity Employer
You should be proficient in:
- PLC Troubleshooting Skills
- Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
- Electrical Repair
- Electrical / Electronic Systems
- Maintenance and Repair Skills
- Industrial Electrical Experience
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Industrial Controls (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
- Palletizer
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
- Conveyor Systems
- Servo Motors