Manufacturing Associate II

Company Summary

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

Production Associate II – Entrance way Hanger/ Astragal Assembly (Afternoon Shift)

Purpose
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The incumbent of this position will be responsible to rotate between the Astragal Assembly and the Entrance way Hanger position. The Entrance way Hanger position is responsible for the pre-hanging of entrance way door slabs into a frame, along with any finish work required as per customer request. Being the final process prior to shipping to the end customer, attention to detail and the ability to trouble shoot issues on the fly is critical in order to ensure a positive customer interaction with Andersen.

• Work in a safe manner and follow safe work practices and policies.
• Help ensure co-workers are working safely and following safety requirements.
• Follow all applicable procedures, Standardized Work, Control Plans, and Product Specifications.
• Interpret customer requirements based on production paperwork and CAD drawings.
• Prepare door slabs for installation.
• Machine Frame for any additional hardware requirements:
  Install doors, sidelites, and transoms into frame. Cut, assemble, and install astragals onto the door. Cut and install any customer requested accessories.
• Assist in identifying training needs and propose ideas to improve quality metrics.
• Learn, understand and implement Andersen Management Systems (AMS) and continuous improvement concepts.
• Support and participate in Employee Engagement activities.
• Follow defined clean-up times.
• Engage in cross-training to maintain flexibility and adaptability to support resource planning.
• Work to an established rate as defined by customer demand and Standardized Work.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and use hand tools as required.
• Participate in defining and improving standard work.
• Identify problems; communicate issues to Work Center Leads and Supervisors.
• Assist with training co-workers.
• Support a respectful workplace.
• Perform other duties across the plant as needed as directed by supervision or management.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Solid knowledge of woodworking practices and machining techniques.
• Proficient with various pneumatic hand tools, chop saws, and routers.
• Possess strong organizational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency to complete work on schedule.
• Proven ability to understand and adhere to all process controls as documented (SWDs, JBAs, CPs).
• Ability to read and understand reports and a willingness to cross train on several operations.
• Possess communication, teamwork, problem solving, and leadership skills.
• Dependability/punctuality.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings and dimensions.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude with the ability to interact effectively with other departments.

1 Opening - Afternoons (Monday – Thursday, 10‑hour shifts – 4:00pm – 2:30am)

This is a backfill to an existing position.

$25.32 - $27.14

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success.

Availability of benefits may differ by site or position.

• 401(k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings…