Quality Technician - BP Plastics 2nd Shift

Overview

Andersen Corporation 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.

We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our composites processing support team at Andersen’s Bayport, MN facility. The primary focus of the Quality Technician will be to verify and test product for conformance to specification, train operators on customer requirements and measurement equipment, provide advanced testing and inspection, maintain quality documentation, and assist the production and engineering groups in the development and maintenance of stable and capable extrusion processes.

• Perform line audits to verify finished goods based on performance specifications
• Make go/no go decisions on questionable product
• Communicate, document, and help train operators on quality requirements
• Provide support and training on measurement tools and equipment
• Perform advanced product testing (shrink, impact, material property, etc.) as necessary
• Work with leads, supervisors, technicians, engineers, and other support members to communicate and correct quality issues as necessary
• Participate in process improvement and problem-solving activities
• Review of first article samples and coordination of sample collection and testing
• Participates in the QMS auditing process and helps develop modifications as necessary
• Work with customer (assembly partners) to resolve customer concerns
• Assist in the development and verification of new test standards and equipment to meet the changing and growing customer requirements
• Audit extrusion paperwork to ensure all necessary documents are being filled out to ensure material traceability
• Participate in the Material Review Board and Tier I/II meetings assisting in conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Responsible for processing and transacting internal Non-Conforming Material (NCM)
• Analyze run charts data using SPC methodology
• Audit QA Station documentation, functional gages, control plans, roadmaps and other job aids ensuring they are correct and up to date while correcting any deficiencies
• Perform product testing (dimension, material and appearance) and provide first article data and reports to Quality Engineer in necessary format(s) as assigned

Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Evidence of responsibility for verifying product conformance to specifications either in a quality or production role
• Must be able to work with and communicate both verbally and written to all levels of the company
• Demonstrated ability to multitask, and work in a fast pace flexible environment
• Desire to continue to grow and develop personally

Nice to Have

• Experienced in the area of document creation and control
• Experience in an extrusion environment
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and present recommendations in a clear, concise, and logical manner
• Knowledge and experience with quality systems, statistical process control, process capability and lean manufacturing tools

$21.80 - $31.60

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…