Estimator

Summary: This position develops quote packages in response to customers’ Requests for Quote (RFQ) for machined parts, and/or structural and major assemblies. Reviews and interprets customer furnished designs to prepare cost estimates for manufacturing methods and processes, including associated nonrecurring and tooling. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Review and interpret customer designs and specifications to develop manufacturing methods and processes for the purpose of generating cost estimates, including labor, material, and internal or sub-tier processing Confer with others to ensure understanding of the contents and requirements of a quote package Collaborate with staff from other functional areas as needed to ensure feasibility and accuracy of manufacturing solutions and estimates Develop and/or maintain estimating tools to ensure the greatest accuracy of future bids and streamline the estimating process Review completed quotes for accuracy and conformity to standards and regulations Coordinate with customers’ buyers to ensure quote submittals are accurate and meet the customer’s expectations for content and due date Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all contacts Present completed RFQ’s to leadership team succinctly and clearly for appropriate approval Accept and adapt easily to change Ensure that all activities are consistent with Company Mission Statement Operate job-related equipment with or without an accommodation Meet physical demands of job with or without an accommodation Perform other duties as assigned