Manufacturing Cost Estimator
Manufacturing Cost Estimator
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08-05-2025
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08-05-2025
Job Description
Our client provides CNC precision machining design engineering industrial repair prototyping and fabrication services to customers with a range of needs ranging from custom projects to large scale high volume production runs. Our clients mission is to make precision machined parts and deliver services to our customers on time on standard and at a reasonable cost.
Responsibilities:
- Review drawing requirements and identify special requirements or possible processing concerns; gather team as required to discuss risk factors and develop process.
- Determine if the RFQ fits within our clients manufacturing capabilities and product scope.
- Collaborate with customers and internal team members to get necessary information for part costing.
- Lead the costing process to develop accurate cost estimates for labor materials outside processing and production lead time based on customer prints and specifications.
- Provide customers with timely estimates that align with their requirements and project timelines.
- Promote product development activities such as GD&T APQP and DFMEA to support costeffective designs.
- Work with programmers to ensure creation of tooling and set up instructions in line with project needs.
- Coordinate with purchasing team and external vendors to secure raw materials and outside services.
- Provide timely feedback to management on the status and progress of ongoing quotes and projects.
- Track performance of submitted quotes and RFQs (won lost pending) to provide feedback and ensure continuous improvement in the cost estimation process.
- Support operations by identifying and implementing process improvements on the shop floor including tool design and cycle time optimization.
- Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
- Update costing models based on actuals process materials or production method changes.
- Analyze data and production trends to improve costing accuracy and support costreduction initiatives.
- Manage and update the customer specifications library to ensure compliance with current standards and requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelors degree in BSME BSMET BSIE or related engineering discipline preferred
- 3 years of relevant experience in product engineering design and cost estimating for CNC precision machined parts or 46 years of experience in lieu of a degree
- Understanding of manufacturing methods procedures and process improvement
- Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and drawings
- Proficient math skills including algebra geometry and trigonometry
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective time management with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
- High emotional and social intelligence; adaptable to frequent changes delays or unexpected events
- Strong interpersonal customer service and relationshipbuilding skills
- Clear and professional verbal and written communication
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment
- Skilled in navigating and resolving complex internal or external challenges
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)
- Experience with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD is a plus
- Industry experience in automotive marine material handling or ordnance is a plus
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Occasional (less than 10%) travel to customers and suppliers when needed
$65000 $75000 a year
The above base salary plus incentive compensation opportunity of up to 20%
This job posting summarizes the typical job functions. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities tasks and duties required by the employee. Duties responsibilities and functions may differ from those outlined in this job description and may change at any time.
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