Compounding Technician I

Job Name: Compounding Technician I

General Information

Location: , MN Date: 17-Oct-2025 Company: Andersen Corporation Posting City: Bayport, MN Ref #: 9280 Job Category: Operations State: MN

Description & Requirements

Andersen Corporation Summary:

At Andersen, we pride ourselves on our core values of Humility, Ownership, Meaningful connection, and Expertise - HOME. Headquartered in Bayport, Minnesota, Andersen Corporation is the largest window and door manufacturer in North America. We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. 
In 2024, we were recognized as one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women and Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America. Earning the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year—Sustained Excellence Award, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference at Andersen.
SUMMARY:
Compounding Tech I will be responsible for day-to-day troubleshooting and production support as needed. Other duties will include assisting with startups, shutdowns, planned maintenance (Bi-Weekly), special projects and material trials etc.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with compounding startups, shutdowns, and changeovers as needed
• Report process and product discrepancies to the Engineering group with examples & details
• First point of contact to diagnose and resolve mechanical problems
• Work with operations and maintenance teams while troubleshooting and assisting with issues
• Attend support meetings to remain engaged with company objectives
• Engineering & Maintenance Trials/Support
• Develop relationship with key engineering/maintenance resources
• Obtain scope and complete necessary work
• Continuous Improvement
• First point of contact for CI cards in the Engineered Materials space
• Develop and demonstrate skillset for continuous improvement
• Identify areas for improvement
• Follow up and complete assigned tasks

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Interpersonal abilities: able to relate to co-workers, inspire others, mitigate conflict
• Self-Starter: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Computer proficient – demonstrate basic computer skills and continuing development
• Excel - Develop skillset to organize measurement data into charts and graphs
• Word, PowerPoint
• Outlook - Maintain email, Organize and set up meetings
• Use computer skills to write work instructions or define requirements for completion of maintenance issues
• Technical degree or relevant experience
• Equipment maintenance experience

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to assess situations and determine if an issue is equipment or process-related and take the proper corrective action and escalation through various departments (Maintenance, Engineering, IT, Operations etc.)
• Able to diagnose quality issues and understand next steps needed to resolve non-conformance
• Able to diagnose process and equipment issues by understanding first-steps needed to root-cause the machine problem.
• Strong background knowledge of all Compounding/Pelletizer/Blender Operator Skills

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong prioritization and multi-tasking capability
• Strong aptitude in problem-solving and process improvement
• Ability to articulate problems and solutions verbally
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and process procedures

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY:

• Must be able to stand for 12 hours
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs

Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $25.45-$35.45.

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 homeowners 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:• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching• Profit Sharing• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses• Life Insurance• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
PROFIT SHARING: In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 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.
VISA SPONSORSHIP: At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Andersen Corporation 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 characteristics protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact HRCompliance@andersencorp.com.
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today. Posting City: Bayport, MN