Extrusion Technician II

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 : Extrusion Tech will work in tooling development, engineering projects, production support, and continuous improvement plant efforts.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Participate in the development of new extrusion tooling and technical work required for commercialization projects & back up tooling.
• Develop and document extrusion process to meet customer requirments, using problem solving techniques, data analysis, and tooling modifications when required.
• Participate in cross functional work on tooling projects with quality, engineering, and operations.
• Correct issues and minimize downtime and scrap by ensuring proper resources are directed at the issue until it is resolved.
• Thoroughly record and document all extrusion process settings and tooling modifications though tooling development process
• Continuously drive standardization of process and methods.
• Support continuous improvement efforts on extrusions lines to reduce scrap, downtime and and increase productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Ability to work and communicate to all levels of the company.
• Ability to analyze and present recommendations in clear, concise manner.
• Good organization, prioritization and project skills.
• Desire to continue to grow and develop.
• Leadership minded and professional communication skills desired.

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experienced in the area of extrusion tooling.
• Years in extrusion environment is preferred.

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience of CAD software use at preferred ability / willingness to train and learn.
• Machine shop expereince is recommended.

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY ) :

• Must be able to stand for 8 hrs
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs, etc.

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 : North Branch, MN

North Branch, MN