CAREERS

Maintenance Technician/Fabricator

Location:  450 Armour Dale, Winchester, VA, 22601, United States

• Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree: NONE
• Manage Others: No
• Minimum Experience: 5 Years

Contact information

• Name: Herby Kline
• Phone: 540-722-7830
• Email: jobs@ashworth.com

Description

Maintenance Technician/Fabricator

Who Are We…

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.

Job Description

Join our team and be an OWNER! Ashworth Bros., Inc., is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) business. Our employees own 40% of the company. What does this mean for you? Benefits, benefits, benefits! Earn stock toward retirement. Your work contributions build the company and your retirement! We also have other great benefits to include competitive salary, medical/dental insurance, vision discount program, 401K matching, paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement and more!

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician/Fabricator. Pay is based upon skills and experience.

Responsibilities:

Maintenance position with heavy emphasis on fabricating. This position will be full-time. Dayshift schedules are 4 10-hour shifts alternating and Second and Third Shifts are 5 8-hour shifts.  Overtime is required based on production needs. Weekend work will be required as needed.

• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop equipment. MIG, TIG, Stick and Gas Welding.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation. Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Perform general machine maintenance

Requirements:

• Maintenance experience required, a minimum of 5 years preferred
• Must communicate well, written and verbally
• Must be a steady, reliable worker and able to work effectively with others
• Participate in trouble shooting and problem resolution

Come launch your career with us today!

Job Type & Pay

Full-time.  Pay per hour depending on training, experience, and shift.  Additional Shift Differential for Second & Third Shifts. 

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Discount Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program 
• Relocation Assistance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program)

Schedule

We have three shifts and overtime and weekends as needed based on production needs.

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.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing industrial environment.  
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10 -12 hours per shift.
• Good Attendance & Punctuality.
• Able to work overtime as needed based on production needs.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (steel toed/composite boots, safety glasses, ear protection, etc.)
• Must be able to work at the Winchester, VA location (no relocation provided).

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