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. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. 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.

SUMMARY  

Provide maintenance services to efficiently maintain and repair factory and facility equipment to control production costs and downtime. Carry out machinery maintenance programs personally and by coordinating with outside maintenance service providers to ensure manufacturing processes operate properly and with a minimum of unplanned equipment-related interruptions. Perform saw-end line changeovers. Both 2nd or 3rd shift hours available. 2nd shift is 4pm-12:20am and 3rd shift is 12:00 am-8:20am. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

• Participate directly in the installation of new machinery and other mechanical equipment used in company operations.  
• Participate in and guide others during the planning and installation process.  
• Install and maintain machines, control panels, switchboards, junction boxes, switches and motors.  
• Test circuits, diagnose readings and take corrective action to resolve problems.  
• Discuss report readings with outside machine tool manufacturers to obtain their counsel and advise as needed.
• Work closely with Engineering Staff to coordinate procedures on changes to plant layout requiring the movement of machines and equipment controls.  
• Provide input to achieve optimum results for equipment placement, cost and time requirements to carry out changes.
• Diagnose electrical/mechanical-related trouble associated with automated machine tools.
• Observe machine operation, and use diagnostic equipment to locate cause of malfunction.
• Consult with equipment vendors to verify problem.
• Use necessary hand and power tools to take appropriate action to replace components, make adjustments and recalibrate machinery to resolve issues and restore equipment to operating condition quickly and efficiently.
• Manage equipment maintenance manuals and service records.
• Observe and monitor the completion of outstanding work orders assigned to third party maintenance contractors.
• Maintain positive working relationships with service providers and provide coaching and feedback as needed to ensure their high performance.  
• Work with Engineering Manager on contract renewals.
• Establish and maintain maintenance shop and spare parts inventory for machinery.
• Set up shop to include hand and bench tools and supplies needed to carry out machine maintenance programs.
• Assume accountability, for issuing purchase orders to maintain parts inventory at proper levels, and implement systems and procedures for receiving and parts issuance.
• Participate in and sustain 6S activities.
• Work in a safe manner and follow safety policies.  
• Make sure co-workers are working safely and following safety policies.
• Participate in kaizen events and sustain improvements made from those events.
• Perform related duties as assigned or directed.

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge in welding, machining, machine building, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Knowledge of various computer skills (CMMS, Microsoft office skills, Outlook, Word, and Excel).
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with internal customers, service providers, supervisor, and fellow workers.
• Comprehensive ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical problems
• Ability to trouble shoot and resolve problems related to PLC and electromechanical aspects of manufacturing equipment.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to properly use testing equipment including (electrical, mechanical and fluid power).
• Broad knowledge of PLC ‘s and electrical principles, hydraulics and pneumatics
• Occasionally working near hot equipment and / or materials. Push-pull, lift/carry 10 – 100 pounds
• Not open to sponsorship: At this time, we not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider reapplying to this position.
• This position is not open to relocation

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. 

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. Newsweek recognized Andersen as one of “2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces.”

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. Andersen embraces our nine Employee Resource Networks to celebrate our differences and to champion diversity. We are named as a Forbes “Best Employer for Diversity 2022.”

Earning the 2023 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.