Job Name:
Technologist III - RDI Enterprise Design

General information

Location: Bayport, MN
Date:
29-Apr-2025
Company:
Andersen Corporation
Posting City: Bayport, MN
Ref #:
7935
Job Category:
Engineering, Research and Development
Posting City:
Bayport
State:
MN

Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Partnership and being a leader in Corporate Citizenship. Headquartered in Bayport, Minn., Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. 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. 

In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Join the Centralized Services team that innovates, develops and executes product design prototypes within Research and Development. You will work closely with our design, quality, and manufacturing teams to create industry-leading high-performing durable product solutions on NPD and OPD projects. The individual for this role provides technical expertise to the fabrication of prototype window and door components that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations for function, performance, and durability. This position directly supervises a CNC programmer / operator, a Machinist, and a prototype Technician.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead a team of Technicians and Technologists to meet New Product Development and On-going Product Development goals and objectives.
  • Provide technical fabrication expertise of prototype window and door components to the OPD & NPT teams in RDI.
  • Provide quality and process expertise in qualification of new product development projects
  • Recommend and implement process and/or tooling improvements based on actual tooling performance.
  • Provide feedback on manufacturing requirements, including the process windows, design limitations, and material fabrication best practices necessary on development projects
  • Lead capital and site projects in the fabrication development center (i.e. CNC machining, industrial fabrication equipment and tooling).
  • Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required.
  • 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 equipment vendors and internal suppliers.
  • Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging direct reports to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.
  • Support your team in understanding company policies and practices. Take notice of process related problems and take corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team; maintain time and production records daily.
  • Communicate with and listen to your team daily regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.; Communicate with other leaders and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work center schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
  • 4-year technical degree or equivalent combination of formalized technical education and experience
  • Extensive knowledge and experience with CNC machining, industrial fabrication equipment and tooling knowledge; processing composites, wood and metals
  • Strong commitment to be a highly collaborative servant leader
  • Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process
  • Advanced computer skills (i.e. AutoCAD, Inventor, Mastercam, MS Office Suite)
  • Possesses strong project leadership skills including communication, network building, and change management
  • 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 $77,255 - $119,745.


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

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.
Posting City:
Bayport, MN
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