Job Name:
Strategic Quality Engineering Manager

General information

Location: Cottage Grove, MN, MN
Date:
07-May-2025
Company:
Renewal by Andersen
Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN
Ref #:
7693
Job Category:
Quality
Posting City:
Cottage Grove, MN
State:
MN

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 Overview:

The strategic quality manager will lead the strategic quality team, and support strategic initiatives including new product development projects and line expansions. This position will also work with project managers within new product development and commercialization teams, and suppliers, through the commercialization process.  The position will ultimately oversee a team based in both Cottage Grove and Locust Grove.

 

Position Responsibilities:

  • Driving accountability for the quality function’s tasks within the new product development and commercialization projects.
  • Driving the quality team to advance quality systems, built-in quality, and error proofing solutions.
  • Leading various IoT initiatives such as: developing new solutions and systems using Node Red/Raspberry Pi solutions and vision systems.
  • Partner with IT on data collection and analytics projects such as new ERP systems.
  • Lead the support, design, and maintenance of current and future business intelligence applications used by the various data streams (i.e., Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI dashboards).
  • Partner with the Enterprise Quality Teams on various initiatives including the following:
    • Improvements in document control and software systems (i.e. Aras, Portal, Go Canvas, Prolink).
    • Strategic initiatives and best practice sharing, which may require travel to other facilities.

Qualifications:

  • BS degree in Engineering or Technology
  • 8-10 years experience in a manufacturing, continuous process environment required
  • 3-4 years experience managing a team
  • Experience leading IoT initiatives and solutions
  • Formal project management training as well as real world application of principles around PMP
  • Knowledge of APQP tools, PFMEA, quality programs, SPC, process capability and lean manufacturing principles.
 

Work Requirements:

  • Must be willing to travel up to 25% when required.

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 108,941 - 168,859.

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 TACompliance@andersencorp.com.

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.
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Posting City:
Cottage Grove, MN
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