Quality Engineer II

Andersen Windows, Inc.; Goodyear, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company matching

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Quality Engineering leader to supervise a team of quality technicians, drive continuous improvement, and ensure conformance to specifications across two shifts.

This role partners with design, product engineering, supply chain, and other functions to implement DMAIC, process capability, and robust control plans, while mentoring staff and delivering measurable quality gains.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or equivalent engineering experience.
• 3-5+ years of engineering experience preferred with mechanical aptitude.
• Formal leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of methodologies associated with project planning and experience working with collaborative cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge and experience with quality systems, statistical process control, process capability and lean manufacturing tools.
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D solid modeling preferred (AutoCad/Inventor).
• Usage of computer software tools, such as Power BI, Power Apps, Word, Excel (VBA preferred), PowerPoint, or Minitab, to analyze data to detect trends and abnormalities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of quality technicians across two shifts (3 direct reports).
• Coach, train, support, and develop a team of technicians.
• Interface with design, product engineering, supply chain, and other business partners on manufacturability and process capability.
• Provide recommendations regarding the viability of design solutions for new or current processes.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, kaizens, and Process System Design events.
• Ensure built in quality using DMAIC tools (process mapping, capability, FMEA, DOE, etc.).
• Develop specifications to procure production equipment or complete production lines.
• Partner with Safety Teams to meet or exceed safety requirements.
• Create training tools and SOPs for production processes.
• Maintain daily plant quality metric reports and compliance.
• Introduce new perspectives to improve production and material flow.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Data analysis

Team motivation

Education

BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Excel (VBA)

Minitab

AutoCAD/Inventor

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

This quality engineering position is responsible for manufacturing line quality support and quality technician supervision. Areas of focus include team leadership, 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

• Lead a team of quality technicians across two shifts (3 direct reports).
• Coach, train, support, and develop a team of technicians.
• Will be responsible for administrative tasks for team.
• Interface with design, product engineering, supply chain, and other business partners on the design for manufacturability, process capability of new product or extensions.
• Provide recommendations regarding the viability of developed design solutions that relate to new or current processes.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, kaizens, and Process System Design events.
• Ensure built in quality by using DMAIC tools: Process mapping, process capability, C&E Matrix, fishbone diagram, FMEA, MSA, DOE, Control Plans.
• Develop specifications to procure production equipment and/or complete production lines.
• Partner with the Safety Teams to ensure all new or modified processes meet or exceed corporate safety requirements.
• Create training tools, documents and standard operating procedures for production processes ensuring consistent manufacturability.
• Maintain and update daily reports on plant quality metrics and compliance.
• Introduce new perspectives on existing solutions to continuously improve production and material flow processes.
• Provide operational technical support for existing applications and processes.
• Responsible to assist in containment activities when reactive issues arise and ensure all customer issues (CAPA’s, etc.) are addressed, filed, and documented in a timely manner.
• Support and/or lead the resolution of customer complaints.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or equivalent engineering experience
• 3-5+ years of engineering experience preferred with mechanical aptitude
• Formal leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of methodologies associated with project planning and experience working with collaborative cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to work with and motivate people
• Demonstrate knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
• Knowledge and experience with quality systems, statistical process control, process capability and lean manufacturing tools
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D solid modeling preferred (AutoCad/Inventor)
• Usage of computer software tools, such as Power BI, Power Apps, Word, Excel (VBA preferred), PowerPoint, or Minitab, to analyze data to detect trends and abnormalities.
• Proficiency in measurement tools (e.g., calipers, gauges, micrometers, XYZ tables)
• Ability to travel (<10%)
• Physical Requirements: Ability to walk manufacturing and warehouse floors for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. Exposure to typical manufacturing environment conditions including noise, machinery, and temperature variations, with required PPE.

#LI-JL2 PAY RANGE: $90,039.00 - $139,561.00

CULTURE AND BENEFITS

• 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, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. There’s something meaningfully different about Andersen that makes us America’s most loved brand of windows and doors. We are real, optimistic, and intentional in the way we partner with each other and our customers. Everyone is welcome here, and everyone contributes to our success.