Extrusion Technical Lead/Supervisor at Andersen in Bayport, MN

POSITION SUMMARY:

This Technical lead position will work closely with our engineers, quality team, operations leads, and supervisors within the Engineered Materials team (extrusion) to provide technical expertise and lead continuous improvement efforts at the Bayport site. This role will assist in various daily and weekly activities while supporting some longer-term projects. This position is critical to hitting our daily, weekly, and period based goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead a team of technicians to meet strategic goals and objectives.
Provide coaching, ideas, feedback, and encouragement to employees to promote growth and development.
Provide quality and process expertise in qualification of replacement/backup production tooling and/or process qualification.
Recommend and implement process and/or tooling improvements based on tooling performance, quality trends, and process trends.
Take corrective action on safety incidents, machine downtime, or quality incidents that deviates from customer requirements.
Assist with cross-functional work on continuous improvement and safety projects.
Establish and help manage relationships with vendors and internal suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Two-year technical degree with 5+ years of experience in equivalent field; OR High school diploma with 10+ years of experience in related field.
Advanced tool and die training (i.e. welding, turning, machining, polishing).
Extrusion experience.
Advanced computer skills (i.e. 3D CAD, trend analysis, presentations).
Demonstrated knowledge of quality control systems.

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

Strong commitment to be a highly collaborative servant leader in all aspects of the role.
Strong prioritization and multi-tasking capability.
Strong aptitude in problem solving and process improvement.
Self-motivated with very strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

COMPENSATION:

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn between $88,235 - $136,765 annually.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
"Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand and the one homeowners love the most. It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook. Benefits include, and are not limited to:* 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
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.
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.
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 TACompliance@andersencorp.com.
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 to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
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.
#LI-JL2 Posting City: Bayport, MN