Manufacturing Engineer II

Andersen Windows + Doors; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersen Windows + Doors is looking for candidates in a role focusing on project management and continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing. You will partner with various teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while embodying our core values. We offer competitive benefits, including profit sharing and robust career growth opportunities, all within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Career Growth Planning

Qualifications

• Open to varying levels of experience and equipment procurement.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and process capability.
• Desire to build relationships with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations to drive improvements in safety and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement projects aligned with lean manufacturing.
• Manage design and procurement of capital equipment projects.

Skills

Project Management

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Proactive Communication

Education

4-year degree in Engineering or Technology

Job description

Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Humility, Ownership, Meaningful connection, and Expertise - HOME. Headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota, 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.
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.
JOB RESPONSIBLITIES: • Partner with operations, RD&I, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to drive improvements • Support of fabrication and assembly operations focused on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost • Work closely with production supervisors, team leads, and production employees to perform problem solving and root cause analysis • Lead continuous improvement projects aligned to lean manufacturing principles • Lead cost reductions and yield improvements with delivery partners • Utilize sound project management tools for complex projects and key initiatives • Improve equipment capability and reliability • Identify opportunities for error proofing and implement solutions • Respond to day-to-day production needs such as equipment troubleshooting and quality concerns • Manage the design, procurement, and startup of capital equipment projects • Develop operator balance charts, machine balance charts, and staffing playbooks for assembly work cells • Partner 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 participation • Promote a hands-on, high involvement approach to problem solving
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • 4-year degree in Engineering or Technology • Open to varying levels of experience • Equipment procurement experience • Strong project management skills • Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles • Strong knowledge of quality systems, SPC and process capability • Positive attitude with a desire to build relationships and serve both our internal and external customers • Strong, proactive communicator, effective both 1:1 and in groups

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
PROFIT SHARING: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.
VISA SPONSORSHIP: 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: 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.
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 [e-mail].
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. Posting City: Remote, MN