Manufacturing Estimator

Canopy A&D • Ontario, CA

2d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hera Technologies, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Estimator to join our team working in a hands-on, collaborative environment. The individual will be responsible for preparing work estimates by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents from customers and computing costs by identifying labor, material, outside supplier processing, and time requirements. This role will take full ownership of related activities performed by multi‐disciplined cross‐functional teams.

Requirements

• 6+ years of Machine Shop Estimating/Quoting experience of medium to high complexity parts, including knowledge of setup and operation of a diverse range of machines. Estimating/Quoting experience must be with CNC Mill and Lathe operations.
• Extensive experience/knowledge in reading, analyzing, and understanding technical specifications, drawings, sketches, bills of material, material and process specifications, quality clauses, and associated documentation.
• Extensive experience/knowledge of the types of tooling required for specific applications, and generalized machine shop procedures.
• Experience estimating and quoting in a low to mid-volume Job Shop environment.
• Experience with the planning and manufacturing modules of ERP systems.
• Extensive experience with the machining of different types of materials, including metallics, plastics, composites, honeycombs, and ablatives.
• Excellent 2D drawing interpretation skills along with a thorough understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven knowledge and skills of safety and environmental measures associated with machining operations.
• Ability to identify and quote out special process approved suppliers per drawing and customer requirements.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of basic math, algebra, and basic statistical data.
• Ability to research, interpret, comprehend, and retain job related information and instructions.
• Ability to understand, offer and implement solutions to machining problems and challenges.
• Ability to use inspection and measurement tools in the verification of part dimensions.
• Ability and willingness to develop, coach, and train department personnel.
• Good working knowledge of machined parts inspection methods and tools and equipment.
• Excellent machine shop EHS knowledge.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Must be a self-starter and able to work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.
• Must be able to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English to communicate professionally with machine shop personnel, management, and customers.
• Ability to learn to perform cross-functional operations.
• Must be US Citizen or Authorized to work in the US.
• Must be willing to undergo and pass a criminal background check.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination, including an alcohol and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• JobBoss experience is a plus.
• CNC programming experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather information on scope of work and requirements needed for machine shop work to gain a complete understanding of the project.
• Determine manufacturing steps/processes, equipment, CNC programming, setup operations, material required, labor hours, outside supplier processing requirements, testing requirements, and other customer specification requirements to perform work.
• Identify and quote out special process approved suppliers per drawing and customer requirements.
• Calculate production costs using established labor and overhead rates, raw material costs, and outside supplier processing price estimates.
• Review and interpret Quality Clauses flowed down in quote requests when applicable and mitigate risk to Hera Technologies, LLC accordingly.
• Work with machine shop management and staff to understand and develop shop manufacturing plans.
• Prepare formal price and delivery quotations for internal and external customers.
• Communicate with customers and machine shop management and staff on machine shop proposals, quotations, and projects.
• Follow up on open RFQs and proposals with customers and properly re-issue quotes and proposals when necessary.
• Maintain the active database of RFQs and proposals and properly close them out when appropriate for accuracy of statuses and key performance indicators.
• Develop and maintain relationships with both customers and suppliers.
• Assist in the preparation of work instructions for new and existing projects.
• Perform risk analysis.
• Support 5-S and adhere to health, safety, and environmental company guidelines.
• Perform cross-functional operations as needed.

Benefits

• Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement plan option upon eligibility
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discretionary bonuses
• Incentivized cash-based employee referral program
• Many other great company perks including Hera branded merchandise, a great work environment, and a supportive management team!

What This Job Offers

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