Cost Estimator - Operations

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Job Location: Saxonburg, PA 16056
Shift: Daylight
Category: Administrative and Customer Service

Position: Cost Estimator – Operations

• Use experience and knowledge of manufacturing processes to provide job quotes in response to customer requests for carbide components, etc.
• Maintain a system of record keeping for all quotes to use as a reference tool for future quotes.
• Work closely with manufacturing, operations, sales, engineering and quality teams to provide excellent customer service and maintain company profitability.
• Provide summary reports and other regular and special reports as needed.
• Continually evaluate and review effectiveness of pricing structures, quotation procedures and recommended improvements.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior machining, engineering, or quoting experience.
• Associate degree in mechanical drafting preferred.

• Solid technical, mechanical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other product specifications and design data.
• Effective computer literacy and ability to quickly learn and use required software.
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and deadlines.
• Familiarity with carbide manufacturing processes preferred.
• Able to work independently and with teams.
• Ability to take intelligent, decisive risks and professional justify them as necessary.
• Excellent organizational skills, self‑motivated, able to effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Strong ability to professionally communicate using both verbal and written skills.

• Competitive starting wage with the opportunity for two pay increases in the first year.
• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance that starts the first day; flexible spending account; employee assistance program; hearing aid coverage; on‑site fitness equipment.
• Retirement: ESOP 5% company paid contribution; 401(k) 3% company paid contribution; 401(k) 50% company paid match up to the first 6% you contribute.
• Monthly profit‑sharing program.
• Work / Life balance – 15 days paid time off in first year; 9 paid holidays.
• Other insurance coverage: group term life; short‑term disability (after 90 days); long‑term disability (after 6 months); voluntary benefit package.
• Additional benefits: on‑site cafeteria; temperature‑controlled buildings; tuition reimbursement; safety equipment (PPE) reimbursement; years of service awards.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disability