Job Name:
Associate Materials Engineer

General information

Location: Bayport, MN
Date:
29-Aug-2024
Company:
Andersen Corporation
Posting City: Bayport, MN
Ref #:
6532
Job Category:
Campus
Posting City:
Bayport
State:
MN

Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

 
We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine’s 2021 “America’s Best Large Employers” and a “Best Employer for Diversity.” As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.

SUMMARY:
Description: This position is responsible for providing engineering and project leadership for research and technology efforts related to materials (e.g., adhesives, coatings, sealants, plastics, glass). Projects may involve cost, quality, and/or performance enhancements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead projects related to materials and make recommendations as to viability of solutions to meet business needs.
  • Test and validate new materials in product applications, including material performance, processing capability, and durability testing.
  • Implement new materials and/or processes in a manufacturing environment by working with other engineering functions.
  • Work with suppliers to identify new materials, answer questions related to existing materials, and develop/optimize performance of both.
  • Provide technical support for manufacturing projects, material related questions, and/or technical specification development.
  • Drive improvement activity through a solid understanding and application of statistical tools and interpretation of results for effective solutions (e.g., Design of Experiments, process mapping, process capability analysis, Pugh matrix, FMEA, MSA, control plans, etc.)


QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
  • BS Chemical/ Mechanical/ Materials Science/ or similar Engineering degree
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Self-motivated
  • Demonstrated ability to drive projects
  • Exposure to project management working with collaborative, cross functional teams
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency with statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel, Minitab, JMP, or similar software.


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:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Account contributions
  • Paid holidays plus PTO
  • 401(k) plan & contributions
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
  • Charity contributions
  • Nationwide career opportunities
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.
* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects
** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners


In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 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 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.
Posting City:
Bayport, MN
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