Cost Estimator - Sheet Metal Fabrication

Morton Industries; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton Industries seeks a Cost Estimator responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for sheet metal fabrication projects. The role requires collaboration with sales and engineering teams to ensure competitiveness in quotations. The ideal candidate has a background in manufacturing or engineering and at least three years of experience in cost estimating.

Benefits

Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in cost estimating, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods such as cutting and welding.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer requirements and prepare accurate cost estimates for fabrication.
• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for projects.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams for quotations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing or Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

EPICOR

Syteline ERP

Job description

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Through nearly 80 years, Morton Industries has built a reputation for excellence in tube, sheet, and enclosure fabrication. From supplying established off highway OEMs to brand new startups and everything in-between across the globe, your expertise makes a mark on history.

With 5 facilities across the United States to better serve our customers, we maintain a consistent culture of team success. As a part of Morton Industries, you will be a part of a highly valued team of experts with limitless opportunity. Our professional authenticity drives our unique dedication to ongoing improvement of our people, valuing both your needs and the needs of our customers.

Morton Industries is hiring for a Cost Estimator!

Morton offers

Low Insurance Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Coverages

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K Match

Paid Bereavement

Summary

The Sheet Metal Fabrication Cost Estimator is responsible for evaluating customer requirements and preparing accurate cost estimates for sheet metal products and fabrication projects. This includes analyzing drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates. The Estimator will collaborate closely with the sales, engineering, and production teams to ensure competitive and accurate quotations.

Essential Functions

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review and interpret customer RFQs (Request for Quotations), blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Analyze and estimate labor, material, and time requirements for sheet metal fabrication projects.
• Calculate production costs based on material usage, machining times, tooling, labor rates, and overhead.
• Prepare detailed and itemized cost estimates and submit quotations within specified deadlines.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve any discrepancies in drawings or specifications.
• Support the sales team with technical and pricing information during customer negotiations.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Morton Industries, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate or bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent work experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in cost estimating (sheet metal fabrication industry a plus).
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods including cutting, bending, welding, punching, and assembly.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and CAD files (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Experience with manufacturing ERP software. EPICOR or Syteline ERP is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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