Estimator

About the Company

At Imagine, we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. Our innovation teams are highly experienced artisans committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions in every environment and campaign. For over 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry.

About the Role

The Estimator is a supporting role on the estimating team, responsible for cost gathering for projects produced in-house and outsourced in the most efficient and economical method.

Responsibilities

• Based on specifications from the account team, create cost-effective and efficient estimates to maximize production and profitability in quotes.
• Obtain outside material and service costs as needed.
• Collaborate with purchasing, planning, and production teams.
• Ensure timelines for expectations are met.
• Provide competitive pricing and alternative options.
• Work with the ERP team to monitor system updates, issues, and challenges.
• Develop knowledge of processes, materials, equipment, and outside partners to determine the best manufacturing methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience estimating offset, wide format, and/or dye sublimation printing jobs.
• Experience working with ERP systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of print estimating experience in offset and grand format (or similar digital print equipment).
• Proactive, creative, and cost-effective approach to identifying and solving problems.
• Attention to detail with an analytic focus.
• Experience working with an ERP (or similar enterprise) system.

Skills

• Working knowledge of offset and wide format printing processes.
• Ability to read and understand oral/written instructions.
• Strong math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers and fractions.
• Works independently while coordinating effectively within a cohesive team.
• Flexible, self-managed, and able to prioritize multiple projects, details, and tight deadlines with competing demands.
• Ability to learn and retain knowledge of substrates, print processes, and issues affecting quality, color, and imaging.
• Ability to communicate complex or technical topics in understandable terms.

Working Conditions

• Occasional walking and manual dexterity for repetitive work.
• Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time.

Pay

$65,000 - $90,000 annually. The pay range may vary slightly based on geographic location. Actual pay offered may depend on education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages.
• Tuition assistance.
• Caregiver leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employer/partner discounts.