Collage of happy people working at Vector Windows & Doors

Finding the right job is not always easy, but if you’re passionate about crafting quality windows and doors that work right from the start and helping builders get the service they need to get the job done, Vector could be just the right place for you to build a great career.

If you think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the Vector team, please send your resume to: jobs@vectorwindows.com, or mail to Vector Windows Attn: Human Resources at 1020 International Drive, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 or Apply Online.

Vector Windows is a growing company located right in the heart of lakes country! We are currently adding new Full-Time positions.

Vector is committed to fostering a culture of high engagement and to improving the well-being of its employees. The management team measures and continuously improves the company’s employment proposition, employee engagement, employee well-being and retention levels. Vector is supported in its commitment to improving employee well-being by Granite Equity.

Current Opportunities

Window Assembly Associate - 1st & 2nd Shift

POSITION OVERVIEW

1st Shift M-TH 5:30 – 4 PM

2nd Shift Core hours M-TH 4 PM – 2:30 AM       *Subject to change

Primary Objective of Position: 

  • Performs manual labor along the production line
  • Operates and troubleshoots production line machinery and computers
  • May perform minor repairs as necessary
Full Job Description

Job Description

Position/Title: Window Assembly Associate

Hours/Work Days:

1st Shift Core hours
M-TH 5:30 AM – 4 PM

2nd Shift Core hours
M-TH 4 PM – 2:30 AM  *Subject to change

Department: Assembly

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Primary Objective of Position: 

-         Performs manual labor along the production line

-         Operates and troubleshoots production line machinery and computers

-         May perform minor repairs as necessary

Major Areas of Responsibility: 

-         Operate production line machinery including, grinder, staple gun, drill, and computers

-         Troubleshoot production line machinery

-         Perform equipment change-over

-         Responsible for quality control. Adjust as necessary to produce product within specifications. Reject product outside of specification

-         Operate within Vector Work Instructions (VWIs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)

-         Clean and maintain work area

-         Other duties as assigned

Equipment Used:

-         Various vinyl frame welding/tooling machines

-         Various hand tools used for tooling vinyl frames for acceptance of glass

Additional Responsibilities Include:

-         Assist Team Lead in timely completion of schedule requirements

-         Provide on-the-job training to new employees

Key:

-         Rare:             1-5% of work shift

-         Occasional: 6-33% of work shift

-         Frequent:    34-66% of work shift

-         Constant:    67-100% of work shift

Environmental Exposures:

-         Indoors the majority of work shift, average temperature 70

-         Moving objects to avoid-moderate

-         Noise level-moderate

-         Slippery surface-slight

-         Air pollution-moderate

-         Safety Sensitive

 

Vector Core Values:

-         Improve the Quality of People’s Lives

-         Do the Right Thing

-         Respect and Support Each Other

-         Aspire to Excellence

-         Honor Our Commitments

 

 
Conditions of Employment: Vector is committed to workforce diversity.  You must have a strong passion and drive to develop the people around you to perform at their peak potential. You must be loyal, conscientious and possess a strong desire to succeed and constantly improve.

 

Vector Windows Benefits

 

  • Competitive Wages - $18.00/hr Starting Wage and $1.00/hr Shift Differential
  • Vector Profit Sharing (% of profits shared-cash bonus)
  • Weekly pay

Health & Supplemental Benefits

Starts Immediately

  • 401(k) – Vanguard (100% match up to 2% and 50% up to next 4%)
  • Discretionary 401k Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on Years of Service
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) in our community (8 hours)
  • Holiday Pay – 80 hours
  • Bereavement Paid Leave (3 days)
  • Jury Duty Pay (1 week)
  • Military Pay for Active members (10 days)
  • LSS – Financial Services
  • SmartDollar – Free Financial Tool Subscription
  • Granite Scholarship Fund

Starts 1st Month After DOH

  • Medical – HealthPartners HSA Plan – 3 Plans offered ($1,600/$3,200/$6,000)
    • Company Contributes in HSA per plan/coverage ($500 up to $2000)
    • FSA and Dependent Daycare available
  • Dental – HealthPartners (Children 100% covered 12 and younger)
  • Vision – Guardian (Glasses/or Contacts)
  • Life Insurance – Guardian (EE=$100,000-company paid) -Additional life available
  • Short-Term Disability (STD) – Guardian (60% of wages up to 13 weeks)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD) – Guardian (60% of wages)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) HealthPartners – ALL EE’s

Other Benefits
(start after 90 days)

  • Employee/Family Discounts on Vector Products
  • Employee Discounts at selected businesses (Stenerson/Boot Barn/Verizon)
  • Referral Bonus ($250 after 90 days/$500 after 6 months/$1000 after referral worked 1 year)
  • Uniform Rentals
  • Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement $148 every 2 years
  • Safety Shoe Reimbursement Program

Additional Benefits

  • 4-day work weeks with opportunities for overtime
  • Performance Review – 30 days, 90 days, and yearly thereafter
  • Activities – Treats/Gifts/Contests/Potlucks/Parties
  • Charitable Gift Matching Program
  • Aflac – Pre/Post-tax options (1st of the month after 60 days)
  • Granite Assistance Fund
  • Training Opportunities / Mentoring / Vector Academy
  • Education Assistance Program

Retirement Benefits
(Start Immediately)

  • 401(k) – Vanguard (100% match up to 2% and 50% up to next 4%)
  • Discretionary 401k Profit Sharing

PTO starts accruing day one up to 15 days for salaried employees and 96 hours for hourly team members, providing significant time off with your family and friends. 

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) - Based on Years of Service
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) in our community (8 hours)
  • Paid holidays including one floating holiday to celebrate occasions that best fit your interests and customs – 80 hours for full-time and 28 hours for part-time employees 
  • Bereavement Paid Leave (3 days)
  • Jury Duty Pay (1 week)
  • Military Pay for Active Members (10 days)
  • Safety + Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
  • Sense of Community
  • Collaboration
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Air Conditioned Plant
  • Ability to improve job through Lean Activities
  • Advancement Opportunity – Promote from within
  • Training Opportunities (Internal and External) 
  • Yearly Performance Feedback

 Vector we stay committed to our Core Values – Improving the Quality of People’s Lives
  • Do the Right Thing
  • Respect and Support Each Other
  • Aspire to Excellence
  • Honor Our Commitment  
Other Components of the Vector Culture 
  • Quality
  • Communication
  • Customer Focus
  • Wellness (Bio-metrics/Fruit/CSA/Activities/Training)
  • Celebrations & Activities
  • New Hire Meet and Greets
  • All Employee Business Communication Meeting (Monthly)

 

Conditions of Employment:

Vector is committed to workforce diversity.  Post-Offer drug screen required.
Operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protections and safety gloves.

Vector Windows is a growing company located in the heart of lakes country. We offer a competitive pay and benefit package including profit sharing.
Please send your resume to: jobs@vectorwindows.com or mail to 1020 International Drive, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Attn: Human Resources or Apply Online Here.