SUMMARY:

Focus on quality control activities in the Bayport, MN window manufacturing plant. Protect the Andersen Brand by verifying that quality standards are effectively being used to prevent, detect, and/or address non-conforming product. Join team on exciting journey to improve quality by reducing variation, removing waste, and simplifying work.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and implement robust process controls/error proofing solutions that ensure product conforms to specification and performance standards.
• Perform daily review of processes to ensure they are operating within defined ranges.
• Perform Finished Product Audits of production lines and communicate results.
• Gather information to initiate corrective action requests for supplied or fabricated parts and assist root cause analyses to address.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Verify quality control standards and measurement equipment/methods are being used by associates to detect and address non-conforming parts/products.
• Assist in containment of non-conforming material, including communication with suppliers.
• Communicate, document, and provide training on quality standards.
• Collect/record data to provide accurate test reports and understand process variation.
• Spend 80%+ of time in production areas and provide technical support as needed.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint) for data entry and editing of documents
• Experience with aesthetic specifications and using visual standards
• Practice with 5 Why and other problem-solving techniques
• Knowledge of window quality specifications preferred
• Experience training others
• Intermediate math aptitude
• Experience using measurement equipment (calipers, push indicators, vertical scales, etc.)
• Ability to summarize data and present results
• Self-direction, confidence, and independence
• Ability to work well with others

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years quality/manufacturing experience, preferably in window and door industry
• Basic knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• Basic knowledge of quality systems, SPC, and process capability
• Strong aptitude in process improvement and problem solving

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:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Charity contributions
• Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects

** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 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 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 characteristic protected by law.