Cost Estimator

Position Summary-

Provide accurate quotes utilizing the proper resources while challenging what is normal to win new business

Essential Position Duties & Responsibilities

% of Time (5% or more)

Responsibilities

15%

Estimate, quote, provide notes, expectations and interpret prints as well as determine work centers, establish standards, and recommend print revisions

15%

Consult with appropriate departments and investigate costs for accurate and thorough quotes

5%

Support development of costing systems that provide current and accurate cost information

10%

Conduct contract reviews on tooling orders

10%

Put thought into how we quote by looking at different factors. e.g. press types, cycle times, manufacturing location, tool types etc

5%

Come to the quote review meetings with the best possible quote scenarios and present this as industry standard with having done the research in ensuring so

10%

Meet quote lead times, commitment dates and be capable of estimating all Trelleborg processes

20%

Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

10%

Able to complete financial plan as well as financial results

Works effectively in a team environment contributing to team goals and objectives, with interactions within the Engineering Department and relevant Plant personnel

Performs other duties and assumes accountabilities as apparent or as delegated, including mutually agreed upon objectives

Contact/Relationship to Others: (type/frequency – i.e. internal and external customers, vendors, etc.)

In-Person (Planning, QA, HR, Engineering) / Daily

In-Person (Customers) / Infrequent (<5x/year)

Phone and Email (Customers, Planning, QA, HR, Engineering) / Daily

Required Education, Experience & Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering, Industrial Process Engineering or equivalent experience

Experience:

Minimum two years’ experience in an estimating or process engineering role required

Competencies:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task and stay organized

Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.

Critical thinker, self-driven, excellent communication and time management skills, ability to handle multiple projects at a time

Effective at reporting research results, analyzing information, estimating, strategic planning, attention to detail, informing others, and requirements analysis

Other:

Preferred knowledge of rubber or plastic manufacturing processes, estimating and preparing customer quotations

Physical Requirements

0-24%

25-49%

50-74%

75-100%

Standing or Sitting (maintain stationary position)

Moving/Mobility (walking)

Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, etc.

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing

Pounds:

10

Using Hands/Fingers to Grasp/Handle/Feel

Seeing (detect, determine, perceive, identify, etc.)

Talking/Hearing (communicate, exchange info)

Travel

Nights/Weekends/Holidays/Shift Work

Yes No Occasionally

Overtime

Yes No

Occasionally

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Info: This is a first shift, on site position with a starting rate commensurate with experience $80,000-$90,000

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AAP/EEO Statement:

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of all employees for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice