What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Shop Estimator position at Augustine Die & Mold, Inc.?
As an Machine Shop Estimator with Augustine Die & Mold, Inc. (ADM) in Somerset, PA, you will own the lead role in responding to RFQs by developing competitive, cost-effective quotes for CNC machining and tooling in a timely manner. Apply your knowledge of CNC machining processes, materials purchasing, labor costs, quality control, and other techniques to maximize ADM’s cost-effective manufacture and on-time delivery. Comprehensive Benefits Package. To learn about Augustine Die & Mold, visit www.admapi.com.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Report directly to Operations Manager and Production Manager.
- Receive and promptly review customers’ Requests for Quotes (RFQs).
- Gather blueprints, specifications, vendor pricing, and all related RFQ documents.
- Utilize ERP/MRP system to generate competitive, cost-effective quotes for presentation to customers in a timely manner.
- Use your knowledge of CNC machines and equipment to schedule items necessary to estimate production cycles. Actual CNC machining experience is a plus.
- Estimate manufacturing hours for each component determined to be manufactured in house.
- Purchase raw materials by verifying specifications and price.
- Prepare and be responsible for all job packets for manufacturing processes on the shop floor.
- Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance with terms of contracts.
- Interact daily with Production Manager to resolve issues regarding manufacturing efficiencies.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Estimator for a CNC Machine Shop
- Extensive knowledge of precision CNC machine shop operations, materials, and shop supplies
- Proven experience in reading, understanding, and interpreting blueprints and specifications
- Ability to plan, organize, and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Proven experience purchasing raw materials by verifying specifications and price
- Proven experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions
- Excellent time-management, math, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Negative Panel Drug Screen
Preferred Qualifications
- CNC machining
- Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems to generate quotes (preferably ShopTech E2 Shop System Estimating and Quoting Software)
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D Quality Management Systems
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in cost estimating for CNC machining and purchasing of materials required
Top Perks & Benefits:
- Consistent schedule
- Holidays Off with Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package (Listed Below)
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Program
- Paid Holidays
- Medical and Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Safe Harbor Match
- Annual Attendance/Holiday Bonus Eligibility
- Life Insurance Option
- Fitness Center Membership, Corporate Discount
- Wellness Center Membership, Corporate Discount
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- 8-hour shift
- 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Flexible
- Overtime as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
Somerset, PA 15501: Reliably commute, or plan to relocate to be within a reasonable distance before starting work (preferred).
Drug-Free Workplace
As a Federal Government Contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Augustine Die & Mold, Inc. (ADM) is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (which includes a pre-employment panel drug test, including cannabis). Additionally, because of ADM's work on defense and aerospace products and the requirement of safety-sensitive positions, ADM takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a pre-employment panel drug test prior to starting employment.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have as a CNC Machine Shop Estimator?
- How many years of experience purchasing raw materials?
- Do you have experience with shop estimating and quoting software? Name of software?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000