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This article was originally published on September 20, 2023, and updated on September 11, 2024. For the second year in a row, Ashcroft was named a Top Workplace in Western Connecticut by Hearst Media Services. Notably, Ashcroft is the only manufacturer on the list of 55 winners. This year, the company also received recognition as a 2024 national Top Workplace in Manufacturing award winner. Out of the 89 national winners, Ashcroft was the only Connecticut-based company to earn the Top Workplaces title. We are incredibly proud of these accomplishments because they tell the world what we already know: Ashcroft is a wonderful place to work. As VP of Human Resources, I lead the Company’s HR Team and strategy initiatives. I recently answered some questions to shed some light on what exactly makes Ashcroft such a wonderful place to work. Read my replies to get a better understanding of what you can expect as an Ashcroft employee.

Finding a new job takes time, energy and planning. Beyond thinking about the type of work you want and your career goals, it is equally important to consider the type of company you want to work for. Before you apply for any opportunity, it's good practice to do a little research on the employer that is advertising the position. One thing to look for is whether the company has a people-first culture. For instance, Ashcroft, a global leader in pressure and temperature measurement instrumentation, was recently recognized as a national 2024 Manufacturing Top Workplaces award winner. This honor is given to companies voted as an employer of choice by its employees. Ashcroft was the only Connecticut-based company to receive this national recognition. Last year, the company won a regional Top 2023 Top Workplace in Western Connecticut. Read this article to learn more about the Top Workplaces program, developed by Energage LLC, what makes Ashcroft an employer of choice and the qualities to look for in your next employer.