Manufacturing Engineer III

Description & Requirements

A market leader in manufacturing windows and patio doors, Andersen Corporation is recognized internationally for its innovative products.

Founded in 1903, the company is privately owned and has a strong history of commitment to its employees, community, and environmental stewardship.

Manufacturing Engineer

Primary responsibilities in manufacturing are to drive department and enterprise key initiatives through continuous process improvement, improving customer satisfaction, reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and eliminating variation in manufacturing processes.

Candidates for this position should have energy and passion to improve both our production and functional processes while leading with integrity.

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES :

Partner with operations, RD&I, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions to drive improvements.

Support of fabrication and assembly operations focused on improving Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost

Work closely with production supervisors, team leads, and production employees to perform problem solving and root cause analysis.

Lead continuous improvement projects aligned to lean manufacturing principles.

Lead cost reductions and yield improvements with delivery partners

Utilize sound project management tools for complex projects and key initiatives.

Improve equipment capability and reliability.

Identify opportunities for error proofing and implement solutions.

Respond to day-to-day production needs such as equipment troubleshooting and quality concerns.

Manage the design, procurement, and startup of capital equipment projects.

Develop operator balance charts, machine balance charts, and staffing playbooks for assembly work cells.

Partner with ongoing product development team to implement product design changes and line extensions Be highly visible within the value stream to create a safe environment for collaboration and participation.

Promote a hands-on, high involvement approach to problem solving.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

4-year degree in Engineering or Technology

5+ years of relevant working experience

Equipment procurement experience

Strong project management skills

Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

Strong knowledge of quality systems, SPC and process capability

Positive attitude with a desire to build relationships and serve both our internal and external customers.

Strong, proactive communicator, effective both 1 : 1 and in groups

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS :

The ideal candidate will be highly proficient with robotics, design & simulation of manufacturing system, and vision systems.

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 homeowner 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

PROFIT SHARING :

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 : Des Moines, IA

Des Moines, IA