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. Newsweek recognized Andersen as one of "2023 America's Greatest Workplaces."

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. We are named as a Forbes "Best Employer for Diversity 2022."

Earning the 2023 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.

SUMMARY 

Provide technical expertise, project management, and leadership in designing and building machines and equipment.  Lead cross-functional teams of technicians, engineers, operators, and safety representatives throughout the design, build, qualification, and installation phases of a project.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Foster a growth-oriented environment and continuous improvement by challenging and improving existing processes
• Support and implement solutions to enhance the effectiveness of the equipment design and build operations of the assets manufactured
• Communicate performance standards and expectations to individuals and team; recognize and reward individual and team accomplishments and address performance issues
• Coordinate the purchase of raw materials and components through machining, fabrication, and equipment assembly processes
• Identify, implement, and monitor appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project and team performance
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and maintenance teams to deliver shop and equipment build process improvements
• Partner with engineering and internal customer teams on design for manufacturability, process capability, safety assessment, and equipment run-offs
• Collaborate effectively with outside vendors, ensuring their work aligns with our quality standards and project timelines
• Assist with team member selection, performance reviews, and administration of work policy
• Help establish, monitor, analyze, and control the department budget
• Demonstrate continued personal growth and development
• Foster professional relationships within the team to maintain high morale and secure efficient operations
• Implement and uphold the company's policies and programs with integrity and dedication

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Engineering Degree or 2-year technical degree
• 4-8 years in machine design, build, troubleshooting and / or related fields of work
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, decision making, and human relation skills
• Highly motivated and able to work and lead in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• State electrical license
• Autodesk Inventor experience
• Machinist background
• Automation equipment sales background

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. 

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.