Estimator and Drafter

Conner Industries • Fort Worth, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Estimator and Drafter will be responsible for creating technical pallet and crate drawings, supporting sales initiatives, and preparing accurate cost estimates. Your expertise will help bridge the gap between customer requests and Company design and cost standards, ensuring accurate and efficient quote execution. We are primarily seeking local candidates within the DFW area to work from our Fort Worth, TX headquarters. However, we are also open to considering recent college graduates, and relocation assistance will be provided for qualified candidates relocating to the area.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word and Outlook tools.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings related to wood pallets and crates.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with clients and internal teams effectively.
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• CAD software experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develops 2D drawings and specifications and designs of proposed packaging solutions, primarily related to wood pallets but could include wooden crates.
• Develops cost estimates for wood packaging solutions.
• Utilizes company provided software to create pallet drawings.
• Utilizes company provided cost estimating tools to develop cost estimates for pallets.
• New employee training on estimating protocols, tools and processes.
• BOM creation.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off - Accrued Immediately, Available at 30 days
• 8 Company Paid Holidays
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - Including Trade Schools
• Training & Development
• Relocation assistance will be provided for qualified candidates relocating to the area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed