WHO WE ARE ...
Ashworth, a global company, is the only conveyor belt company that manufactures and services both metal and plastic belting for straight running, turn-curve, lotension, and self-stacking spirals- offering customers the best solution for their specific requirements. Celebrating over 75 years of revolutionizing the future of conveyor belts, Ashworth continues to lead the market with the most conveyor belt patents in the food processing, can making, and material handling industries.
Ashworth strives to be the premier employer within our industry and a leading employer within our community.
We want to attract and retain the best associates for our organization, recognizing our success depends on a partnership based on respect, involvement, development, and growth for all our employees.
We are seeking a R & D Engineering Technician to join our growing company here in Winchester, Virginia.
JOB DESCRIPTION
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Manage CAD system and generate drawings and models for both internal and external customers.
Process ECR's & ECO's.
Develop specifications, technical bulletins training materials for products.
Product training.
Support machine shop drawing revisions.
Assist in new product development as required.
Provide installation and troubleshooting support for service group.
Ability to handle multiple tasks & Priority.
Other job duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively and clearly before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS: Must be competent in the operation of general office equipment and computers. Computer skills must include Microsoft Office (Excel & Word), AutoCAD and Inventor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance, use hand tools as required. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Travel to customer sites is required where the environment may vary dependant on the industry, noisy and dirty conditions may be encountered.
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JOB TYPE & PAY
Full-time. This is an hourly position and pay is based upon training, skills, and experience.
BENEFITS
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401(k)
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401(k) Matching
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Health Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Vision Discount Program
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Life Insurance
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Paid Time Off
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Referral Program
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Relocation Assistance
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Retirement Plan
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Tuition Reimbursement
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ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program)
SCHEDULE
The schedule is five days a week Dayshift Monday - Friday. Overtime and weekends will be needed based on department/plant needs. This position will report to the Director of Engineering.
WORK LOCATION
In-Person
EEO STATEMENT
Ashworth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
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Must be able to work in a manufacturing industrial environment.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
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Ability to stand and/or walk when required for the position.
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Good Attendance & Punctuality.
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Able to work overtime as needed based on department/plant needs.
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Follow all safety policies and procedures.
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Ability to wear personal protective equipment (steel toed/composite boots, safety glasses, ear protection, etc.)
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Must be able to work at the Winchester, VA location (no relocation provided).
