Estimator

Our manufacturing client located in Youngstown, Ohio, has an immediate hiring need for an ESTIMATOR.  

This position is responsible for providing estimating support in providing accurate, organized and responsive cost estimates related to materials, labor and time.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Calculates labor, material and time requirements as they relate to proposals, blueprints, engineering drawings and other specifications within a job shop environment
• Develop cost estimates of materials and work performed internally
• Maintains current production labor rates and material cost data necessary to produce quote
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Ability to interpret customer drawings and specs from a variety of industries to incorporate into a detailed quote

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-4 years of related experience in a job shop fabrication environment with a focus on fabrication/welding and/or machining
• Combination of education and relevant work experience considered
• Ability to understand and interpret blueprints / engineering drawings
• Ability to communicate effectively to build/develop internal and external customer relationships
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and basic relevant computer skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Adept at prioritizing multiple tasks/projects 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work experience as a CNC Machinist and /or Welder/Fitter in a medium to heavy fabrication environment