Companies Hiring Around the North Quabbin Region
ATHOL — Job seekers in the North Quabbin region have several employment opportunities available as businesses and healthcare organizations continue looking to fill positions across a variety of industries.
From warehouse and manufacturing jobs to healthcare and retail, employers throughout the region are actively recruiting new employees.
C&S Wholesale Grocers
One of the area’s largest employers, C&S Wholesale Grocers, is hiring for multiple positions at its distribution centers in North Hatfield and Westfield. Current openings include warehouse order selectors, forklift mechanics, CDL yard jockeys, inventory control specialists, merchandising positions, and inside sales roles. Many warehouse positions offer competitive hourly wages and benefits.
Healthcare Opportunities
Athol Hospital, part of the Heywood Healthcare system, regularly posts openings for nurses, medical assistants, technicians, environmental services staff, patient access representatives, and other healthcare professionals.
Healthcare continues to be one of the fastest-growing employment sectors in the region.
Manufacturing
L.S. Starrett Co. remains one of Athol’s most recognizable manufacturers. While the company experienced layoffs last year, it continues operations at its historic Athol headquarters. Former employees may also be eligible for job training and employment assistance through programs funded by a federal workforce grant.
Retail Positions
Local retailers frequently hire for full-time and part-time positions, including:
- Market Basket
- Hannaford
- Ocean State Job Lot
- CVS Pharmacy
Available positions often include cashiers, stock associates, customer service representatives, bakery staff, and department managers.
Looking for Work?
Residents searching for employment are encouraged to:
- Visit employer career websites regularly.
- Create job alerts on employment websites.
- Attend local hiring events.
- Contact regional workforce organizations such as MassHire for job search assistance and training opportunities.
Athol News Employment Watch
AtholNews.com plans to regularly highlight companies that are hiring throughout the North Quabbin region to help connect local employers with job seekers. If your business is currently hiring and would like to be featured in a future Employment Watch article, contact the AtholNews.com newsroom.
