Description & Requirements

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN 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 perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team 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, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing technical support to the manufacturing organization at our Renewal by Andersen location in Cottage Grove, MN. Primary focus will be on monitoring, controlling, and improving existing manufacturing processes, and to ensure customer and business needs are met.

POSITION PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provideoperational technical support for existing applications and processes
• Collaborate with operations, quality, engineering, and maintenance to solve issues
• Troubleshoot problems with other technical employees, suppliers, and outside experts
• Become the SME on specialty processes on supported lines
• Drive corrective action through root cause identification and structured problem solving
• Create training tools, documents, and standard operating procedures for production processes
• Provide training, instruction, and guidance to production associates
• Partner with the Safety group to ensure all new or modified processes meet or exceed corporate safety requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and events
• Present technical information or proposals to team members
• Accurately assess ergonomic conditions within the manufacturing environment and provide practical solutions to eliminate ergonomic risk
• Offer assistance/mentor for less experienced technical employees
• Conduct testing related to introducing product improvements into the manufacturing process
• Responsible for supporting the implementation and stabilization of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 2-year degree in technical field or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience preferred with mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principals
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D solid modeling preferred(AutoCad/Inventor)
• Some travel during on-boarding would be valuable, primary location Cottage Grove, MN

POSITION NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year degree in technical field or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing
• High Mechanical aptitude
• General PLC programming logic knowledge
• Strong math, science, mechanical and experimental skills. Understanding of the basic principles and operation of a work area, with a growing ability to apply them in a variety of assignments
• Extensive knowledge and experience with CNC machining, industrial fabrication equipment and tooling knowledge; processing composites, wood and metals

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 $68,000 - $102,000 annually.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

Who we are is not just what we do but why we do it. Ultimately, we do what we do to make a difference. Renewal by Andersen is united by a goal to make a difference in the lives of our homeowners, our colleagues, our families and our communities. Our team members have a passion for what we do and are empowered to exceed expectations and deliver delight not just at work, but in our communities. Our teams across North America invest in all those they interact with because Renewal Cares. It's who we are; we are one network of Difference Makers.

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

PROFIT SHARING: 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.

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.

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 [email protected].

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.

Posting City:

Bayport, MN, Cottage Grove, MN, Oak Park Heights, MN