Estimator

Estimator

The Estimator is responsible for estimating costs and initial planning for any and proposed printing jobs to be produced at our printing facility in person.

• Review and analyze customer specifications to prepare time and cost of estimates for materials, labor, and outside vendors
• Analyze documentation to prepare time, cost, material and labor estimates
• Calculate the quality of paper, ink, plates, and time to complete each job
• Presents all estimates in writing, clearly written, unambiguous with all components of job factored into costs
• Collaborate with Production Planner to engineer the best production plan to compile estimated costs that will be both competitive to the customer and can be used running the job
• Absorb and present competitive pricing from unaffiliated vendors for materials and services as needed including quotes from multiple sources for comparison
• Assist in comparison of original estimate to actual cost sheet, investigating and explaining substantial discrepancies between estimating standards and plant performance

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial printing, packaging, direct mail, or related manufacturing environments
• Experienced CSR and print professionals encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of paper grades, substrates, printing processes, and finishing techniques
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with estimating software, ERP/MIS systems, and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and profitability

Physical Requirements

• Walking: 80%
• Standing: 20%
• Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying: 50 lbs. and more
• Lifting: 25-50 lbs. consistently

The Details

• Job Type: Full Time
• Onsite or Remote
• Shifts Available: 1st shift (8:00am- 4:00pm)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

You’ll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We’re proud of our history but even more excited about the future — and we’re looking for motivated people like you to help us get there.

Great Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• 401(k)
• 401(k) match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials
• Paid Weekly
• Growth Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Work-Life Balance
• Great Company Culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Allied Printing Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.