Sheet Metal Estimator

Protolabs • Nashua, NH

5d • $21 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator I – Sheet Metal is responsible for using proprietary computer software to analyze customer supplied 3D CAD models, provide customers quotations, and set customer expectations through design for manufacturing feedback. Shift: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Requirements

• Ability to learn advanced proprietary graphical computer-aided analysis software.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize own workload.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to comprehend and follow printed and computer-screen instructions, and direction from supervisors or technical leads
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Basic level of Microsoft Office Suite, (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder) or foreign national granted refugee or asylee status.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree in CAD, Drafting, or Design; Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and/or similar (Preferred)
• Understand and interpret 3D solid models, 2d prints, and GD&T (Preferred)
• Core values, Teamwork, achievement, trust
• Adaptable – Adjusting work method/focus as needed with positive attitude
• Conceptual thinking – Ability to see the completed work and avoid issues along the way
• Problem solving – Able to be nimble and to correct mistakes quickly and precisely
• Results driven – Strives to be the best in both quality and throughput

Responsibilities

• Extract information from customer-supplied 3D models and 2D print geometry through utilization of proprietary software to develop customer quotes.
• Provide customers with design for manufacturing feedback as needed to improve customer experience.
• Work with production staff to review methods ensuring optimal sheet metal manufacturing processes are utilized.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of all standard materials and hardware types, plating, powder coating, and welding requirements
• Develop and maintain knowledge of organizational processes in order to convey benefits and respond to inquiries from customers within quotes.
• Consult with outside vendors to ensure work can be performed within timelines and provide all necessary information to complete the job
• Responds quickly to customer’s requests for changes
• Consistently evaluates for best practice and improvement opportunities for self, team, and company.
• Comply with all company quality and safety standards.
• Adhere to all company policies and operational procedures.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned

Benefits

• competitive total rewards package
• compensation mix vary based on position, such as base wage, as well as other earnings including incentives and commissions.

What This Job Offers

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