Manufacturing Team Lead 1 (1st Shift, 5X8)

Renewal by Andersen; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company matching

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

FSAs/HSA/HRA

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Cottage Grove, MN is seeking a Team Lead to direct a production department of 5–40 associates, ensuring safe, efficient, and on-time production. You will coach, train, and provide feedback, coordinating with Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams and leading daily Tier 1 meetings.

This role focuses on continuous improvement using AMS tools, problem solving (5 Why, PDCA), and cross-functional collaboration with Value Stream teams to meet SQDC metrics.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement processes such as 5S and problem-solving methods.
• Lean training or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of operations, processes, equipment, safety, quality, changeover, and maintenance basics.
• Intermediate computer skills including MS Office.
• Ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
• Strong verbal and written communication; proactive and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production to meet output while upholding safety, quality, delivery, cost, and maintenance standards.
• Coach Tier 1 employees and escalate issues to Tier 2 as needed.
• Lead AMS projects and maintain visual management tools to drive CI.
• Lead daily Tier 1 meetings to encourage participation and engagement.
• Support other production areas as needed and assist with cycle counting.
• Complete standard work audits and corrective actions from the MCA process.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Coaching/Training

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Decision making

Education

Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands - Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ - is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Team Lead will provide daily work direction of production line through effective communication and completion of manufacturing operations tasks while applying AMS tools. Identify process and resource constraints and utilize appropriate decision making and problem-solving techniques to resolve and meet SQDC metrics. Provide feedback, coaching, and training to production employees. The team lead will oversee daily work direction for a production department of 5-40 production associates. Provide feedback and coaching and facilitate training

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the continuous flow of production to meet planned output while following operations standards (safety, quality, delivery, cost, maintenance). Identify issues, engaging the Tier 1 team in process or problem resolution and escalating appropriate issues to Tier 2 team. Partner with Value Stream Supervisors.
• Facilitate training and development of production employees, providing clear expectations of performance, AMS, quality, and safety. Provide coaching and feedback. Maintain cross-training matrix to effectively utilize knowledge of employee capabilities. Coordinate movement of employees to meet business need.
• Focus on improving business metrics by leading and supporting AMS projects and initiatives. Maintain visual management tools (PVA, run charts, CI boards, and Tier 1 boards) to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement. Participate in problem solving using AMS tools and methodology (5 Why, PDCA, MCA).
• Demonstrate leadership in communications, conflict resolution, process constraints and problem solving. Lead and effectively communicate at daily Tier1 meeting to encourage employee participation and engagement.
• Provide support of other production areas as needed, including project support, leader coverage, and cycle counting responsibilities as needed.
• Complete standard work & control plan audits, including but not limited to safety, finished goods quality, scrap, and standard work. Participate and complete corrective actions from the MCA process.
• Follow and consistently enforce all safety procedures according to standards. Proactively address safety concerns and take action or follow up when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations.
• Requires knowledge and application of continuous improvement processes such as 5s and problem-solving methods. Lean training or certification preferred.
• Knowledge of operations products, processes, and equipment including safety, quality, changeover and set-up skills and knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and basic machine diagnostic skills. Understand the interdependencies (manufacturing/functional groups) across the value stream.
• Requires intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
• Demonstrated skill in identifying constraints or barriers, problem solving, delegation and sound decision making.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and effectively working with others. Flexible, self-motivated, and life-long learner with demonstrated initiative.

PAY RANGE:

$22.25 - $32.25

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package - a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member's wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we're proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on th