Estimator - Manufacturing

Waltonen • Troy, MI

5d

About The Position

Waltonen is seeking an Estimator to perform accurate estimates of project costs and timelines and help meet company financial goals. The role reports to the Independence Tooling Solutions Operations Manager and works with customers, managers, project managers, and administration to prepare and review quotes, coordinate project documentation and revisions, and support project execution. The Estimator must understand complex mechanisms and work with manufacturing processes, tooling, and technical documents. All employees are required to work within the confines and responsibilities of the quality system.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing techniques and procedures, including fixture build and CNC machining.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work from blueprints, written documentation, or electronic media.
• Strong analytical skills to understand customer requirements and select alternate solutions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and adapt to fluctuating workloads.
• Knowledge of welding and mechanics.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in machine and tool procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with BIW (Body-in-White) tooling and fixture quoting.
• Experience with Paperless Parts.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or government industries.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Independence Tooling Solutions Operations Manager.
• Estimate project costs and timelines accurately to help meet financial goals.
• Meet and exceed company financial goals.
• Participate in customer meetings as required.
• Collaborate with managers to prepare and review quotes.
• Ensure quotes and quote check-off lists are accurate and complete.
• Review and approve contracts.
• Authorize shop order numbers for new projects.
• Coordinate with project managers to support smooth project execution.
• Assign revision tasks to managers and authorize change revision numbers.
• Coordinate revision support documents with administration.
• Gather and organize drawings, sketches, and notes affected by revisions.
• Prepare customer forms and invoicing packages for administration.
• Ensure affected drawings are ready for shipping.
• Understand and work with complex mechanisms.
• Work within the responsibilities of the quality system.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Employer matching 401(k)
• Hybrid work schedule after 90 days for eligible positions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Programs (FSAs)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee referral program
• Additional voluntary benefit programs
• Off-site company events and employee luncheons

What This Job Offers

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