Cost Estimator

Wisconsin Stamping & Manufacturing; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Wisconsin Stamping & Manufacturing is seeking a Cost Estimator to prepare detailed cost estimates for new projects, review existing estimates for accuracy, and analyze data to assess manufacturing feasibility, materials, time, and labor required to fabricate parts.

You will collaborate with customers, sales, engineering, purchasing, and production to input cost inputs, adopt cost-saving methods, and ensure timely, high-quality estimates that support competitive bidding and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost estimation for metal fabrication projects.
• Ability to read 2D and 3D drawings and interpret customer specs.
• Knowledge of metal types and finishing processes.
• Ability to estimate run times and optimize costs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Capable of independent multitasking and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new projects.
• Review existing estimates for accuracy and current inputs.
• Collect and analyze data to assess feasibility, materials, time, and labor.
• Understand customer requirements, design intent, and deadlines.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, engineering, purchasing, and production to input cost data.
• Compute cost factors and prepare timely estimates.
• Apply quality methods and seek process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cost estimation

Drawings 2D/3D

Metal fabrication

Finishing processes

Process improvement

Teamwork

Independent multitasking

Education

College/Technical certificate

Job description

TitleCost EstimatorPositionCost EstimatorAbout the OrganizationWe are a privately-held independent metal fabrication company that produces components used in a wide range of industries. Our goal is to provide products and services that meet our customers' needs in a timely fashion with the highest level of quality and value. Our capabilities are constantly expanding and currently include metal stamping, laser cutting, brake forming, tubular stamped components, CNC and Swiss machined parts, wire forms, thread rolling, weldments, and integrated assemblies. Our modern facility includes a complete in-house tool and die department and fastener distributorship.

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Cost Estimator

Are YOU a highly motivated candidate? Are YOU a dedicated manufacturing professional with a sincere desire to go that extra mile for the customer?

WE are a team of hardworking professionals that strives to be the best in the industry.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY:

We are a privately-held independent metal fabrication company that produces components used in a wide range of industries. Our goal is to provide products and services that meet our customers' needs in a timely fashion with the highest level of quality and value.

Our capabilities are constantly expanding and currently include metal stamping, laser cutting, brake forming, tubular stamped components, CNC and Swiss machined parts, wire forms, thread rolling, weldments, and integrated assemblies. Our modern facility includes a complete in-house tool and die department and fastener distributorship.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare detailed Cost Estimates for new projects and review existing Cost Estimates for accuracy and current cost inputs.
• Collect and analyze data in order to assess the manufacturing feasibility, time, money, materials, and labor required to manufacture parts.
• Understand the customer's requirements, design intent, and deadlines.
• Interact with customers, sales, engineering, purchasing, production, and others to establish accurate cost inputs.
• Compute cost factors and prepare timely estimates.
• Retrieve and analyze data for process improvements.
• Adopt and incorporate quality methods into their work.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Certificate from a college or technical school
• Relevant experience in cost estimating and/or manufacturing.

OUR REWARDS & RECOGNITION:

Joining Wisconsin Stamping & Manufacturing means forging your career path as part of a successful growing company. We offer real opportunities for the individual ready to take the chance. We will train and provide support to ensure your success!

Check out our video to find out more about what we do:

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This is a full time position in the competitive and challenging metal manufacturing field. The pay range/rate of pay for this position may vary depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the position offered, location, education, training and/or experience.

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In addition to base pay, we also offer excellent benefits, work-life balance and a collaborative team environment! Benefits include tuition reimbursement, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, generous 401(k) match, paid holidays and paid time off, a lucrative profit sharing program, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more!

We are also offering a lucrative sign-on bonus $$$ for hired candidates.

(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Wisconsin Stamping wants all of its employees to succeed and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and you'll be considered for this role regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry; marital, disabled or veteran status. We're committed to fostering an environment where people of all lived experiences feel welcome.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence

Equal Opportunity Employer

NOTE: Staffing agencies, head hunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies, please do not contact our hiring managers via email or phone or other methods.

EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.