Assistant Production Manager

Reeracoen Recruitment; Nibong Tebal; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking a Quotation Engineer to prepare detailed cost estimations based on engineering drawings and customer specifications. This role involves analyzing various manufacturing options, preparing competitive quotations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and a background in cost estimation, particularly in sheet metal production. Apply if you are ready to contribute to an innovative manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in cost estimations, particularly for sheet metal.
• Ability to analyze engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze RFQs, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Perform detailed cost estimations covering all facets of production.
• Prepare and issue competitive quotations and technical proposals.

Skills

Cost estimation

Analysis of engineering drawings

Familiarity with tooling and machining cost structures

Understanding of BOMs

Job description

Reeracoen Recruitment – Nibong Tebal, Penang

Position Summary The Quotation Engineer is responsible for preparing cost estimations, analysis based on engineering drawings, customer specifications, and manufacturing capabilities, price review at the procurement end of the company. The Quotation Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring competitive pricing while maintaining profitability and technical feasibility. Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze RFQs, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Perform detailed cost estimations for sheet metal parts and assemblies, covering raw materials, manufacturing processes, labor, tooling, fixtures, and overhead, subcontracting, packaging, and transportation.
• Analyze BOMs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare and issue competitive quotations and technical proposals in coordination with sales and engineering.
• Compare multiple manufacturing options (e.g., in-house vs outsourced) for customized or complex orders.
• Maintain and update pricing databases, standard templates, and cost models.
• Stay updated on market trends and pricing; possess strong familiarity with tooling and machining cost structures.
• Establish standardized quotation procedures and develop automation tools to improve efficiency.
• Interpret customer technical requirements and assess manufacturability.
• Suggest design or material alternatives to optimize cost and production feasibility.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure quotations align with production capabilities.
• Ensure operations comply with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry certifications (e.g., ISO standards ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO14001).
• Take up any task or assignment from top management from time to time.