Cost Estimator I

KMC Stampings • Port Washington, WI

12h

About The Position

Cost Estimator compiles accurate internal standard cost elements to create part and corresponding tool quotes for stamping and fabricating in a timely manner using customer print and specifications as primary input.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years of quoting stamping and/or fabricating or five years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Computer proficiency
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and multitask
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD software required, SolidWorks preferred
• Ability to read blueprints required, including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) preferred
• Familiarity with material types and properties

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of post manufacturing operations preferred (plating, painting, heat treat, etc.)
• Knowledge of Paperless Parts or similar quoting software preferred

Responsibilities

• Use manufacturing knowledge, KMC process knowledge, print, specifications and part data (model) to develop accurate manufacturing steps, bill of materials and labor rates utilizing quote software
• Manipulate customer supplied CAD data to estimate material consumption, tool concepts, etc.
• Select standard tooling and standard tool methods based on manufacturing steps
• Interact with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to define the details of the cost estimate
• Determine quote class and priority to allocate appropriate time and resources
• Initiate feasibility review as appropriate and incorporate results into quote package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED