Manufacturing Team Lead I (WC1, 2nd Shift 5x8)

About the role

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — serves customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector. Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired daily to deliver exceptional experiences.

The Value Stream Team Lead I will provide daily work direction for a production department of 5-40 production associates, ensuring the continuous flow of production to meet planned output while following operations standards (safety, quality, delivery, cost, maintenance).

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous production flow to meet planned output while adhering to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and maintenance standards.
• Identify process and resource constraints; resolve issues using decision-making and problem-solving techniques to meet SQDC metrics.
• Engage Tier 1 teams in process or problem resolution and escalate issues to Tier 2 teams as needed.
• Partner with Value Stream Supervisors to facilitate training and development of production employees, providing clear expectations of performance, AMS, quality, and safety.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and maintain a cross-training matrix to utilize employee capabilities effectively.
• Coordinate employee movement to meet business needs and support AMS projects and initiatives to improve business metrics.
• Maintain visual management tools (PVA, run charts, CI boards, and Tier 1 boards) to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Participate in problem-solving using AMS tools and methodology (5 Why, PDCA, MCA).
• Demonstrate leadership in communications, conflict resolution, and problem-solving; lead daily Tier One meetings to encourage employee participation.
• Support other production areas as needed, including project support, leader coverage, and cycle counting.
• Complete standard work and control plan audits (safety, finished goods quality, scrap, standard work) and participate in corrective actions from the MCA process.
• Enforce all safety procedures, proactively address safety concerns, and take appropriate action or follow-up.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience in manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge and application of continuous improvement processes such as 5s and problem-solving methods; Lean training or certification preferred.
• Understanding of operations products, processes, and equipment, including safety, quality, changeover, set-up skills, and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of interdependencies across the value stream (manufacturing/functional groups).
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, train, and motivate employees.
• Strong problem-solving, delegation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work effectively with others.
• Flexible, self-motivated, and a lifelong learner with demonstrated initiative.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with employer fixed contributions and company matching profit sharing (target of $3,600 per eligible employee in 2026, paid quarterly).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid maternity leave, and paid parental leave.
• Career growth planning and nationwide career opportunities.

For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

Pay

$22.25 - $32.25 per hour.