Value Stream Team Lead I (PSCA, 1st Shift 4x10)

Andersen Corporation; Bayport (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Employer matching contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Paid parental leave

Profit sharing

Job summary

Andersen Corporation is seeking a focused Manufacturing Team Lead to ensure smooth production flow, coach frontline staff, and drive continuous improvement in the cost center. You will participate in daily stand-ups, support AMS problem-solving methods, and maintain visual management tools to sustain safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role emphasizes leadership, training, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing operations experience.
• Ability to learn product, process and equipment.
• Ability to lead, train, coach and motivate employees.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous flow of production to meet planned output and follow safety, quality, delivery, cost standards.
• Provide coaching and training to develop employees in the cost center/value stream.
• Complete standard work & control plan audits and ensure corrective actions.
• Lead daily T1/FLM meetings and maintain visual management tools.
• Participate in Kaizens, projects and continuous improvement actions.
• Support AMS problem-solving methods (5 Whys, PDCA, CAPA).

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

AMS tools

MS Office

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 DescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Provides feedback, coaching, training conflict resolution, and conducts audits. Identifies process constraints and incorporates appropriate decision making and problem-solving techniques. Responsibilities also include providing the shift supervisor with relevant performance feedback in addition to providing daily work direction and leadership to assigned team to maintain and improve business results. Manage to establish SQDC metrics.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure the continuous flow of production to meet planned output while following operations standards (safety, quality, delivery, cost, maintenance), identify issues, engage the T1/FLM team in problem resolution and understands when to escalate issues to T2/FML team, partnering with Value Stream Supervisor as appropriate.Provide coaching and facilitate training to develop employees within the cost center/value stream, following AMS principles.Completes standard work & control plan audits and ensures corrective actions are completed.Participate in projects*, Kaizens*, & other continuous improvement actions. (*depends on experience; subject matter expert-SME) should focus on frontline vs. T2 & T3 items.Participate in daily tier meetings.Demonstrate leadership in the areas of communication, conflict resolution, process constraints and problem solving.Lead and effectively communicate/participate at daily T1/FLM meeting (stand-up).Maintain T1/FLM visual management tools (PVA, run charts, focus boards, and other tools) to drive continuous improvement.Follows and enforces all safety procedures according to standards. Is proactive on safety concerns and takes action when appropriate.Participate in problem solving using AMS tools and methodology (5 Why, PDCA, MCA, CAPA, focus boards).Knowledge of employee capabilities and training within assigned cost center/value stream. Coordinates movement of employees according to business needs; through the development and maintaining of the cross-training matrix.Lead continuous improvement within the assigned cost center/value streamQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:Manufacturing Operations experience.Ability to learn product, process and equipment.Ability to learn and utilize AMS tools.Working knowledge of computer systems (MS Office).Ability to lead, train, coach and motivate employees.Ability to problem solve, make sound decisions and delegate appropriately.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Continuous improvement focus.Proven effectiveness working with others.Flexible.Self-motivated.Participation in employee led groups preferred.Successful completion of the Value Stream Team Lead Development Program.PAY RANGE:$22.25 - $32.25CULTURE 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 MatchingProfit Sharing*Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)Life InsurancePaid Time Off & Paid HolidaysPaid 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] 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.