What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator / Quoting Specialist position at Craig Godwin Inc?
Description
Our company is currently in search of a highly analytical and qualified Estimator / Quoting to join our growing business. Your central goal will be to prepare accurate estimate reports for projects by gathering information, analyzing important metrics, and conducting regular risk assessments.
The ideal candidate will be fluent in mathematics and accounting, with in-depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation systems. In addition to being an excellent communicator, candidates should also be detail orientated with outstanding organizational skills.
Responsibilities:
Receive customer requests for proposal, and evaluate required documentation, CAD files and specifications.
Interact with customer’s buyers and engineers to resolve missing or incompatible requirements.
Create proposal template, part configuration, and assess process requirements.
Determine and collect required inputs from production manager, CAM programmers, outside process vendors, and material vendors.
Input labor estimates, fixturing, material, processing, tooling, and yield loss.
Request and collect different quotes from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Analyze company data, monitor budgets and prices using software packages.
Review and assess cost estimates.
Capture and record actual project costs and processing.
Identify labor, material, costs, and time requirements by researching proposals, blueprints, and any related documents.
Prepare detailed cost estimate reports.
Present complex and detailed reports to management.
Requirements
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, bills of materials and work instructions.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) desirable.
Proficiency with Excel and ERP databases required.
Experience with Solidworks, MasterCAM, PC-DMIS and/or Vericut desirable.
Machine shop experience quoting prototype and production precision parts with outside processing. CNC machinist and set-up experience with 5-Axis, 3-Axis Milling, Lathe and Mill-Turn Live Tooling CNC machines desirable.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Good judgment and problem-solving skills.
Organization and time management skills required.
Familiarity with the principles of Lean Manufacturing.
Ability to follow safety rules and procedures relating to business and quality processes.
Able to interface with company personnel and customer representatives.
Mechanical Engineering degree desirable or 2 years’ experience in role as Manufacturing Engineer or Mechanical Engineer, CAM programmer or Mechanical Quality Engineer.