Quality Engineer I

andersen; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 79,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental

Career Growth Planning

Job summary

Andersen Corporation is seeking a quality engineering professional to support manufacturing line quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure product conformance to specifications.

The role collaborates across operations, supply chain, quality, logistics, and engineering to implement corrective actions and improve customer satisfaction while using tools like Excel and Minitab for data analysis.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or Technology.
• 1–3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Functional AutoCAD skills and geometric tolerancing.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, quality programs, SPC, process capability and lean manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of measurement tools and systems
• ASQ CQE/CSSGB/CSSBB preferred

Responsibilities

• Make critical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Drive corrective action through root cause identification and structured problem solving.
• Own the quality metrics of the responsible area.
• Lead cross-functional team meetings, kaizen events, and value stream mapping.
• Use Excel or Minitab to analyze data for trends and anomalies.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications to create control plans and work instructions.
• Develop process validation plans and document results.
• Approve engineering change requests or PLMs.
• Provide quality assurance support for internal and external customers.

Skills

Critical decision making

Root cause analysis

Quality management

Lean manufacturing

Reading drawings

Geometric tolerancing

Education

BS degree in Engineering or Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Minitab

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:

SUMMARY:

This quality engineering position is responsible for manufacturing line quality support. Areas of focus include quality improvement, customer satisfaction, project support, and ensuring product conformance to specification and performance standards. Collaborate with team members in operations, supply chain, quality, logistics, engineering, and other departments to persuasively sell continuous improvement ideas.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Possess ability to make critical decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Drive corrective action through root cause identification and structured problem solving
• Owning the quality metrics of the responsible area
• Experience with PDCA, A3, DOE, 5-Why, Fish Bone Diagram, Lean Sigma, DMAIC
• Expertise in both using and coaching others in approaches
• Strong knowledge of quality management and lean manufacturing principles
• Document control, product and process qualification, and audit processes
• Error Proofing, Eyes for Waste, Visual Management
• Ability to gather and analyze data through statistical techniques.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and standards and convert into manufacturing control plans and work instructions.
• Developing process validation plans and documenting results
• Approving engineering change requests or PLM's
• Lead cross-functional team meetings, kaizen events, and value stream mapping sessions.
• Usage of computer software tools, such as Excel or Minitab, to analyze data to detect trends and abnormalities.
• Provides quality assurance support to ensure that the products produced are met with quality requirements defined by the company to both internal and external customers

QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in Engineering or Technology
• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing, continuous process environment required
• Functional AutoCAD skills and geometric tolerancing
• Knowledge of PFMEA, quality programs, SPC, process capability and lean manufacturing principles
• Working knowledge of measurement tools and systems
• ASQ CQE/CSSGB/CSSBB preferred

PAY RANGE:

$78,824.00 - $122,176.00

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 the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING:

In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 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.

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.

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