Printing Estimator

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Leading commercial and direct mail printing company in TN is busy. Due to client demand the company is searching to hire an experienced Print Estimator.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide accurate and timely estimates in response to RFQ's and price request changes.
• Work with production depts. to review program specs and gather the required information to produce estimates using a leading Print Management System.
• Adjust estimates based on experience and knowledge for better production and lower cost, adding necessary steps to achieve desired results.
• Gather competitive pricing from vendors for materials and services required including quotes from several sources for comparison.
• Prepare detailed production plans based on client specs, ensuring cost, quality and deadlines are met.

Qualifications include:

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years' experience in the commercial printing industry in cost estimating and production planning.
• Working knowledge of Print Management System such as EFI/Monarch/Hagan/PACE, etc.
• Working knowledge of offset commercial sheetfed and digital printing processes and terminology.
• Working knowledge of binding and mailing operations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and attention to detail skills are required.
• Able to manage several on-going projects simultaneously.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.

Starting salary range $70,000 - $80,000 + benefits, 401k, healthcare benefits, and relocation package.

Potential for remote work opportunity.