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Manufacturing Estimator & Process Planner

Straton Industries

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Stratford, CT
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Straton Industries is hiring a Manufacturing Estimator & Process Planner. The Manufacturing Cost Estimator evaluates bid specifications and drawings to identify all requirements for successful project bidding. Once bids are awarded, this role develops the final process plan, sources hardware, communicates purchasing needs to the Purchasing Department, and kits hardware for production. This position is not remote.

Key focus areas include Interpret engineering blueprints, specifications and other data to prepare accurate time, cost, material and labor estimates using supplied software, Consult with subcontractors, management and personnel in other departments to determine manufacturing processes to ensure accuracy of quotes, and Break down the manufacturing process by operations and inspections including any parts, tools and equipment needed.

Successful candidates bring Machine Shop Experience. Important skills include Interpret Engineering Blueprints, Interpret Specifications, Prepare Accurate Time Estimates, Prepare Accurate Cost Estimates, Prepare Accurate Material Estimates, and Prepare Accurate Labor Estimates.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Interpret Engineering BlueprintsInterpret SpecificationsPrepare Accurate Time EstimatesPrepare Accurate Cost EstimatesPrepare Accurate Material EstimatesPrepare Accurate Labor EstimatesConsult With SubcontractorsConsult With ManagementDetermine Manufacturing ProcessesBreak Down Manufacturing ProcessPrepare Estimates for Vendor SelectionReview Material RequirementsReview Labor RequirementsConfer With CustomersReview Internal DocumentationReview Customer Supplied DocumentationInterface With External CustomersCreate Manufacturing Process PlansUnderstand Material SpecificationsUnderstand Process SpecificationsMachining on MillsMachining on LathesKnowledge of MaterialsStainless SteelAluminumTitaniumExcelMicrosoft WordSolidWorksCommunicate AccuratelyDeliver Information AccuratelyStrong Analytical SkillsProblem Solving SkillsPlanning SkillsMultitask in Fast-Paced EnvironmentEpicorPaperless PartsCreating Process PlansWorking Knowledge of Certified Quality StandardsAS9100 Rev D

Qualifications

3-5 Years Experience in Machine ShopAuthorized to Work in the United States

Full job description

SIGN ON BONUS $2500

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Cost Estimator has primary responsibility for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that all requirements are identified in order to successfully bid and win projects. Once bids are awarded, the position is responsible for developing the final process plan, sourcing required hardware, communicating all purchasing requirements to the Purchasing Department, and kitting hardware for production. This is not a remote position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Interpret engineering blueprints, specifications and other data to prepare accurate time, cost, material and labor estimates using supplied software (we will train on software).

  • Consult with subcontractors, management and personnel in other departments to determine manufacturing processes to ensure accuracy of quotes; Break down the manufacturing process by operations and inspections including any parts, tools and equipment needed.

  • Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.

  • Review material and labor requirement to decide whether it is more cost effective to produce or purchase components.

  • Confer with customers to resolve issues and to follow-up on quote status.

  • Reviews internal and customer supplied documentation for accuracy and completeness, considering manufacturing processes and capabilities.

  • Interfaces with external customers to obtain appropriate specifications, files, and documents.

  • Creates manufacturing process plans for details and assemblies, including determining material sizes, plating requirements, coordinator of details and assembles, and quality requirements.

  • Understands material and process specification (AMS, MIL, ASTM) requirements.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

  • Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a Machine Shop.

  • Experience in machining on both mills and lathes.

  • Knowledge of materials (stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, etc.)

  • Proficiency in Computer software programs (Excel, Word, SolidWorks, etc.)

  • Experience with Epicor and Paperless Parts a PLUS

  • Ability to communicate and deliver information accurately.

  • Strong analytical, problem solving and planning skills.

  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

  • Knowledge of creating process plans a plus but will train if necessary.

  • Working knowledge of certified quality standards (AS9100 Rev D) a plus.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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