Estimator

Bethyl Laboratories, Inc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage (100% paid)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 50% match

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Counseling programs

Career path planning and continuing ed

Job summary

Cox Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to review customer prints, determine materials and vendors, and collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, and Engineering to deliver accurate quotes.

The role emphasizes cost accuracy, working with ERP/quoting systems, and continuous improvement of estimating practices in a high-volume, manufacturing environment. Local candidates in Texas are preferred.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret technical prints and manufacturing specifications.
• Proficient with quoting/ERP systems used for pricing and quotes.
• Solid working knowledge of Excel for data analysis.
• Evaluate materials, vendors and processes to ensure accurate costing.
• Analyze job performance data to refine estimates.
• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering and Management.

Responsibilities

• Review customer prints and project requirements to confirm manufacturability and scope before quoting.
• Determine materials, vendors, and outside services needed to build accurate, competitive quotes.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on complex or non-standard jobs.
• Analyze and report on repeat job performance to continuously refine estimating accuracy.

Skills

Reading technical prints

Cost analysis

Excel proficiency

Tools

Quoting/ERP systems

Job description

About Cox Manufacturing:

Cox Manufacturing is a family owned and operated organization. Our purpose is to love God, love people, and advance American Manufacturing. We provide high volume, precision-machined parts from bar stock to a variety of customers. As one of the largest precision-turned factories in the nation, we are growing with patented technology and apprenticeship opportunities. Our core values — Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Perseverance, and Excellence — drive everything we do. If this is you, great. If not, you should search for a career elsewhere.

The ideal person for this role...

is precise, detail-oriented, and comfortable digging into technical prints and cost data until the numbers are right. They think in terms of accuracy and consistency — double-checking materials, vendors, and processes before a quote ever goes out the door. They're also natural collaborators, comfortable working with Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Management to get a quote across the finish line.

Job Responsibilities

• Review customer prints and project requirements to confirm manufacturability and scope before quoting
• Determine materials, vendors, and outside services needed to build accurate, competitive quotes
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on complex or non-standard jobs
• Analyze and report on repeat job performance to continuously refine estimating accuracy

Job Requirements

• Proven experience reading and interpreting technical prints and manufacturing specifications
• Proven proficiency with quoting/ERP systems (shop management software)
• Solid working knowledge of Excel
• Proven ability to evaluate materials, vendors, and manufacturing processes for accurate costing
• Proven analytical skills for reviewing job performance data and refining estimates
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate across Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, and Management

Compensation & Benefits

$18.00 with minimal experience | $26.00 with substantial experience

• 100% company-paid primary and urgent healthcare
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 50% company match
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Counseling programs
• Career path planning and continuing education

Export Control Notice & Equal Opportunity Employer:

We require access to export-controlled information. Therefore, only U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents will be considered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.