Operations Manager at Andersen Corporation

Watertown, South Dakota, United States

Andersen Corporation Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations
  • Proven success in lean manufacturing, automation, and continuous improvement
  • Experience leading teams and developing future leaders
  • Knowledge of metals fabrication, machining, assembly, and finishing processes
  • Ability to deliver measurable results aligned with strategic KPIs

Responsibilities

  • Champion Safety & 5S Discipline: Embed Zero Harm principles and 5S into daily operations, ensuring compliance and hazard elimination
  • Drive Quality Excellence: Implement closed-loop feedback systems, using standard tools to make quality expectations visible and measurable, initiating conversations and problem solving to meet customer standards
  • Develop Leaders: Build leadership depth through coaching, IDPs, and cross-functional development, fostering psychological safety and accountability
  • Lead Digitalization & Automation: Apply automation and AI to reduce lead times, improve repeatability, and enable real-time performance visibility
  • Optimize Production & Support Areas: Scale infrastructure with growth plans, improve floor utilization, and improve aftermarket support processes
  • Deliver KPI Results: Achieve targets through structured problem-solving and continuous improvement
  • Evolve Current Daily Management Systems: Utilize Leader Standard Work, visual controls, and problem-solving frameworks to sustain improvements
  • Manage P&L and Strategic Planning: Align staffing, budgets, and production rates with customer demand and growth objectives
  • Oversee multiple value streams and lead a team of supervisors and hourly team members to navigate daily production operations and drive team member engagement and operational improvement

Skills

Manufacturing Operations
Lean Principles
Continuous Improvement
5S
Safety Management
Quality Control
Leadership Development
Team Coaching
Digitalization
Automation
AI
Production Optimization

Andersen Corporation

Specializes in replacement windows and doors

About Andersen Corporation

Renewal by Andersen specializes in replacing windows and doors for homeowners looking to improve their homes. They offer a variety of styles and colors, focusing on high-quality, energy-efficient products. The process begins with a consultation where customers can use an Augmented Reality tool to visualize how different options will look in their homes. After selecting products, precise measurements are taken for a custom fit, and professional technicians handle the installation. This company stands out from competitors by providing a complete service from consultation to installation, ensuring customer satisfaction. Their goal is to enhance the aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency of homes while maintaining a strong reputation for quality, as shown by their awards.

Cottage Grove, MinnesotaHeadquarters
1995Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
VR & AR, Consumer GoodsIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Rising raw material costs could squeeze profit margins.
Labor shortages may delay project timelines and increase costs.
Emerging smart window technologies could impact market share.

Differentiation

Renewal by Andersen uses Augmented Reality for customer consultations, enhancing decision-making.
The company offers a complete service from consultation to professional installation.
Renewal by Andersen is recognized for high customer satisfaction, winning multiple J.D. Power awards.

Upsides

Increased demand for energy-efficient home improvements boosts market growth.
Expansion into Locust Grove, Georgia, with a $420 million investment enhances capacity.
Growing interest in eco-friendly materials aligns with Andersen's sustainable product offerings.

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