Product ManagerEstimator (Aerospace Coatings)

Dayton, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Hohman Plating a division of Novaria Group is a leading service provider for plated coatings. We serve a diversified customer base including aerospace medical large equipment and business since 1918 we are seeking long-term employees to join our team. Conveniently located one mile north of downtown Dayton. Hohman Plating offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision LTD/STD Life 401K match Bonus and more.

SUMMARY OF JOB

Grow sales profitably through the accurate and timely quoting of new projects by working closely with customers account managers and project managers. Compiles analyzes and reports on all quotes in order to drive continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Quoting Projects:

Identifies labor material and time requirements by studying proposals blueprints specifications and related documents utilizing our Labor Estimating Worksheet
Prepares and submits quotes to Account Managers and customers based upon analyzing proposals requirements and by prequalifying requests
Responds in a timely manner to telephone calls emails and RFQs from customers and potential customers Account Managers website or e-mails
Ensures that work meets or exceeds our profitability goals
Recognizes and communicates large opportunities to the Account Manager and the organization
Reviews specifications blueprints and parts; estimating labor and set-up to process work; and obtaining the value to the customer
Allocates resources to opportunities based on attractiveness ratings
Tracks and maintains cost/pricing information compiling data base for future reference
Develops analytical tools to enable more efficient manners of accurately quoting projects Recommends changes to current estimating techniques as required
Works on liability issues with sales personnel and customers when issue is the result of pricing or onboarding concerns
Serves as the gatekeeper determining what projects to accept and which ones to reject

Developing Customer Solutions:

Identifies customer needs and budget requirements and facilitates the development of a customer-specific solution
Communicates customer requirements to the internal team (including quality requirements budget and delivery needs)

EDUCATION SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Associates degree or higher with technical or business degree preferred
2 years of experience in estimating and sales
Basic understanding of coating offerings and their engineering functionality preferred
Ability to read and interpret blueprints technical documents and industry specifications
Demonstrated history of quickly learning new technology
Experience in metal finishing and machining industry a plus
Must have a valid Drivers license and satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance
Independent performer driven to achieve results
Ability to absorb and analyze large amounts of technical information
Strong analytical skills to interpret and communicate ideas and results
Strong listening communication and time management skills
Proven track record of success
Working closely with others within the company
Estimating to be 60% of the day 25% phone calls and emails 15% project management
Skilled in Microsoft Office Word Excel Access. Microsoft CRM experience helpful

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to dangerous chemicals including exposure to fumes or airborne particles below OSHA permissible limits. Frequently exposed to high heat and humid conditions. Employee will be frequently exposed to loud sounds below the OSHA permissible limits.

Hohman Plating LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience: