Quality Technician III

Renewal by Andersen; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 37,539 - 54,484; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Career Growth Planning

Job summary

A leading window and door manufacturer in Cottage Grove, MN, is seeking a Quality Technician III. You will drive product excellence, lead analyses, and mentor other technicians. Ideal candidates have significant experience in quality systems and manufacturing. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, and profit-sharing opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Windows/doors experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced inspections and testing on raw materials and finished products.
• Lead root cause investigations using quality tools.
• Mentor and train Level I and II Technicians.

Skills

Expert-level proficiency in measurement tools

Strong understanding of lean manufacturing

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail and analytical thinking

Effective communication skills for diverse teams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

Quality Technician III – Renewal by Andersen, Cottage Grove, MN

Company Summary

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. We take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, we are committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

Position Summary

The Level III Quality Technician is the highest level within the Quality Technician job family and serves as a technical and procedural authority on the plant floor. This role plays a critical part in driving product excellence, leading root cause analyses, and mentoring other technicians. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in quality systems, precision measurement, and continuous improvement for windows and doors manufacturing. This role will perform Quality Control Activities in the Renewal by Andersen (RbA) Cottage Grove, MN facility. The applicant will work on the Quality Team using standards & tools to ensure quality products are being delivered to our customers, strengthening the Andersen Brand as an industry leader in product quality.

Primary Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance & Control
  • Perform advanced inspections, product & workstation audits, and testing on raw materials, components, and finished products
  • Validate compliance with internal specifications and external standards
  • Interpret engineering drawings and specifications with a high degree of accuracy, both dimensional and visual/aesthetic.
• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
  • Lead and support root cause investigations using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, or DMAIC
  • Collaborate with engineering and production to drive corrective and preventive actions
  • Identify trends in defects and propose data-driven solutions
  • Assist in Statistical Process Control methods to enable in-control production.
• Technical Expertise
  • Mentor and train Level I and II Technicians in inspection techniques, documentation, and quality standards
  • Serve as point-of-contact for escalation of quality issues from production
• Documentation & Systems
  • Maintain precise and timely records in quality management systems (e.g., SAP, QAD, or proprietary systems)
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing inspection data and quality evidence
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain to uphold plant quality goals
  • Participate in design reviews, process validations, and product release decision-making
  • Participate in a cross-functional Tier structure with Quality responsibility for metrics & actions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education & Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred
  • 5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment; windows/doors experience highly desirable
• Skills & Competencies
  • Expert-level proficiency in measurement tools (e.g., calipers, gauges, micrometers, XYZ tables)
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
  • Strong communication skills, including ability to summarize data and findings, present results.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking
  • Effective communication skills for diverse teams
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and Quality Management Systems.

Physical Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to production floor environment, including noise, temperature variation, and moving equipment
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials for extended periods
• Lifting and destruction of units for investigative purposes.
• Use of PPE required in designated area

Salary Information

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $27.25 – $39.55/hour.

Culture, Benefits & Profit Sharing

Benefit programs include:

• 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

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 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.

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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.

Location

Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN