Description & Requirements ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY
At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and being a leader in Corporate Citizenship. Headquartered in Bayport, Minn., Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America.

We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America.

Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Primary responsibilities in manufacturing are to drive department and enterprise key initiatives through continuous process improvement, improving customer satisfaction, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and eliminating variation in manufacturing processes. Candidates for this position should have energy and passion to improve both our production and functional processes while leading with integrity.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Partner with operations, RD&I, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to drive improvementsSupport of fabrication and assembly operations focused on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery and CostWork closely with production supervisors, team leads, and production employees to perform problem solving and root cause analysisLead continuous improvement projects aligned to lean manufacturing principlesLead cost reductions and yield improvements with delivery partnersUtilize sound project management tools for complex projects and key initiativesImprove equipment capability and reliabilityIdentify opportunities for error proofing and implement solutionsRespond to day to day production needs such as equipment troubleshooting and quality concernsManage the design, procurement, and startup of capital equipment projectsDevelop operator balance charts, machine balance charts, and staffing playbooks for assembly work cellsPartner with ongoing product development team to implement product design changes and line extensions Be highly visible within the value stream to create a safe environment for collaboration and participationPromote a hands on, high involvement approach to problem solving

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

4 year degree in Engineering or TechnologyOpen to varying levels of experienceEquipment procurement experienceStrong project management skillsStrong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principlesStrong knowledge of quality systems, SPC and process capability Positive attitude with a desire to build relationships and serve both our internal and external customersStrong, proactive communicator, effective both 1:1 and in groups

COMPENSATION: 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. 

Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn between $79,412 - $123,088 annually.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS
“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand and the one homeowners love the most. It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook. Benefits include, and are not limited to:• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching• Profit Sharing• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses• Life Insurance• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.
Posting City: Dubuque, IA