Cost Estimator
On-siteGermantown, Wisconsin, United States
Job Summary
Prepare detailed cost estimates for new projects and review existing estimates for accuracy. Collect and analyze data to assess manufacturing feasibility, time, money, materials, and labor required to produce parts. Understand customer requirements, design intent, and deadlines while interacting with sales, engineering, and production teams to establish accurate cost inputs. Compute cost factors and prepare timely estimates, retrieving data for process improvements and adopting quality methods. This full-time role at Wisconsin Stamping & Manufacturing involves assessing metal fabrication processes including stamping, laser cutting, and CNC machining. Candidates must read 2D and 3D technical drawings and determine the most cost-efficient production methods. The position offers a sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, and a collaborative team environment within a privately-held independent metal fabrication company.
Required Qualifications
- Strong background in metal fabrication, metal stamping, and/or machining processes
- Ability to read and understand 2D and 3D technical drawings/prints and understand customer specifications
- Knowledge of various metal types and grades
- Knowledge of method/time studies and ability to calculate estimated run rates
- Knowledge of finishing processes (paint, heat-treating, plating, polishing, etc.)
- Capable of determining the most cost efficient method for production
- Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Positive, 'can do' attitude
- Ability to work independently and multi-task
Desired Qualifications
- Certificate from a college or technical school
- Relevant experience in cost estimating and/or manufacturing
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