Entry Level Materials Estimator

Summary Of Position

Computes cost estimates of raw materials or subcontracted work and labor. Prepares and maintains historical cost data. Assists program management with up scope cost estimates.

Essential Functions

• Interpret the Bill of Materials from customer models, drawings, and specifications.
• Verify pricing and lead times from approved vendors for all material and purchase items from Bill of Materials, data, prints and quote package (steel, aluminum, Invar, casters, etc.).
• Enter pricing and pertinent information into Quote Central system.
• Utilize CATIA to measure, hide and show details to be sure all material and purchased items are accounted for in each quote.
• Interact with our customers, vendors and internal teams for ongoing clarifications and updates.
• Any additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

Required Skills, Education, And Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED.
• 1-3 years of experience of estimating or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and machining processes, along with raw materials and quality policies.
• Ability to interpret Bill of Materials requirements from customer models, drawings, and specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Industrial Management.
• Experience in estimating, engineering, building of aerospace tooling.
• Ability to interpret Bill of Materials requirements from customer models, drawings, and specifications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

No

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Working with safe manufacturing processes and understanding that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knowing that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

Special Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.
• This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.