Manufacturing Estimator

Position Summary

This position is responsible for developing cost estimates and pricing in response to quote / proposal requests from new and existing customers. Additionally, this role will analyze customer revisions to determine related cost / price changes. This individual will handle all the administrative aspects to set up parts, kits and assemblies in the business system of the division. The incumbent will interact daily at various levels within the division. This individual would have the ability to understand and participate in resolving the technical and operational challenges with particular business opportunities. This person will spend more than 90% of their time executing the day to day administrative and technical activities associated with developing data used to propose and set up new business.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate customer prints and specifications to determine best production methods considering cost and quality.
• Assist other associates as needed in the development of new business with existing customers.
• Help to assure that we retain business that is profitable, sustainable and collectable.
• Travel as needed to accomplish desired results. Overnight travel may be required occasionally.
• Apply the principles used in the pricing strategies.
• Work collaboratively with the plants to assure accurate and timely proposals to the customer.
• Work collaboratively with Plant Managers, Manufacturing Analysts, Sales/Business Development teams and corporate departments to ensure accurate estimates of manufacturing costs.
• Participate in technical discussions with internal associates.
• Communicate status of analysis projects and assure that agreed upon deadlines are met.
• May assist in creating formal presentations.
• May assist in the preparation and organization of the planned business review meetings with customers.
• Have a general understanding of the financial performance of the division.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.
• Experience with ERP system, preferred.
• Able to work in a high-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.