Sheet Metal Estimator

Future Form Manufacturing•Sparks, NV

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sheet Metal Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and pricing for fabricated sheet metal products. This role evaluates customer drawings and specifications, determines material, labor, and machine costs, and works closely with customers, engineering, production, and sales teams to ensure competitive and profitable pricing.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in sheet metal fabrication or manufacturing estimating
Take actions to set up/enable other team members for success
Strong knowledge of sheet metal materials, gauges, tolerances, and fabrication processes
Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and CAD files
Experience with ERP, MRP, or estimating software
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple RFQs and deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively with all employees on new and repeated jobs
Attention to professionalism in the workplace
Focus on ease of manufacturability
Sales minded/operate in a team sales/manufacturing environment
Resourceful, able to research product offerings
Strong understanding of 2-D drawing standards
Strong computer skills, i.e.: Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to use analytical formulas
Organizational skills
Creativity and analytical skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze, compare and interpret detailed information and make sound judgments based upon that knowledge
Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
Technical writing skills
Help provide packaging/shipping solutions, and freight solutions when needed
Ability to work under pressure

Nice To Haves

High school graduate with some college preferred (emphasis in engineering, math, statistics, accounting, finance, business, or economics)
Experience in precision sheet metal production work
Basic skill in use of CAD system
Ability to lay out flat pattern for quote
Prior sales support experience a plus

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively and professionally with external and internal customers and suppliers
Review engineering drawings/blueprints, RFQs, and specifications to understand scope and requirements.
Review blueprints or conceptual drawings to determine operations, tools, materials, quality standards and outside processes required for the job
Determine cost of manufacturing the job by estimating labor times and calculating material usage
Initiate price inquiries for price information from potential suppliers
Confer with Management & Production Teams on any order under 2-week due date or as otherwise needed to share information
Respond effectively to customer requests for quote in an efficient, professional and expedient manner within the customer’s time frame or less
Review repeat orders to align material and labor appropriately to prevent Margin Erosion
Prepare orders for processing by including all pertinent information
Effectively respond to customer change order requests within 24 hours or sooner and initiate proper documentation
Work with design, engineering, and production personnel to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
Maintain and update cost databases, estimate logs, and records of estimates submitted.
Willing to work overtime when needed
Maintain the responsibilities of the ISO 9001 system in accordance with the requirements defined in the Quality Manual, and Procedure Level documentation
Participate actively and positively in Lean activities
Actively contribute to company sales and marketing effort
Track and chart data as needed
Keep work area clean and organized
Other duties as assigned