Extrusion Technical Lead/Supervisor

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:

This Technical lead position will work closely with our engineers, quality team, operations leads, and supervisors within the Engineered Materials team (extrusion) to provide technical expertise and lead continuous improvement efforts at the Bayport site. This role will assist in various daily and weekly activities while supporting some longer-term projects. This position is critical to hitting our daily, weekly, and period based goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead a team of technicians to meet strategic goals and objectives.
• Provide coaching, ideas, feedback, and encouragement to employees to promote growth and development.
• Provide quality and process expertise in qualification of replacement/backup production tooling and/or process qualification.
• Recommend and implement process and/or tooling improvements based on tooling performance, quality trends, and process trends.
• Take corrective action on safety incidents, machine downtime, or quality incidents that deviates from customer requirements.
• Assist with cross-functional work on continuous improvement and safety projects.
• Establish and help manage relationships with vendors and internal suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Two-year technical degree with 5 years of experience in equivalent field; OR High school diploma with 10 years of experience in related field.
• Advanced tool and die training (i.e. welding, turning, machining, polishing).
• Extrusion experience.
• Advanced computer skills (i.e. 3D CAD, trend analysis, presentations).
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality control systems.

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong commitment to be a highly collaborative servant leader in all aspects of the role.
• Strong prioritization and multi-tasking capability.
• Strong aptitude in problem solving and process improvement.
• Self-motivated with very strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

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 $88,235 - $136,765 annually.

VISA SPONSORSHIP:

At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider reapplying to this position.

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 experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

EEOC EMPLOYER:

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. 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,235.00 - $136,765.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Plastics extrusion: 1 year (Required)
• Tooling: 1 year (Required)
• Leadership: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Bayport, MN 55003 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $88,235 - $136,765