Estimator - MA

oliverinc; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will develop accurate, competitive estimates by analyzing customer requirements, materials, labor, equipment, and production processes, collaborating across Sales, Design, and Manufacturing to ensure successful project execution.

This role requires strong math, Excel proficiency, and experience with Radius estimating software and ERP systems, enabling effective cost control and strategic pricing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience, preferably in printing, packaging, manufacturing, or related industry.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ability to learn ERP and estimating platforms.
• Experience with cost analysis, pricing methodologies, and project management principles.
• Ability to analyze data, apply estimation formulas, and evaluate cost variables.

Responsibilities

• Review estimate requests, specifications, and documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to obtain missing information or clarify requirements.
• Prepare accurate estimates by analyzing specifications, quantities, stock, and equipment needs using Radius estimating software.
• Review preliminary estimates for accuracy and adjust cost variables as needed.
• Ensure pricing is competitive while supporting profitability.
• Obtain pricing for nonstandard materials and suggest cost-effective alternatives.
• Identify potential production challenges and communicate concerns to Sales and Manufacturing.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Design, Graphics, and Manufacturing to interpret requirements.
• Maintain estimating information in systems and create quote documentation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Estimating

Cost analysis

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Inventory Management or related discipline

Tools

Radius estimating software

ERP systems

Job description

Are you looking for a career that challenges you and gives you the opportunity to learn and grow every day?

Oliver Inc. is hiring! Our growing Company is looking for enthusiastic talents to partner with our customers for all their printing and packaging needs!

With more than 250 years of experience, multiple production facilities, and investment in state-of-the-art technology with an emphasis on sustainability, Oliver Inc. offers speed, consistency, and nimbleness as a one-stop solution for all of your printing & packaging needs. At Oliver Inc, our core values are part of the framework of our organization. We're passionate and enjoy our work! We value respect and focus on servicing our customers' needs by providing them with creative solutions that help build their brands. When you partner with Oliver, you partner with success.

Oliver Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to join the team. This individual will play a critical role in developing accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates by analyzing customer requirements, materials, labor, equipment, production processes, and associated costs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating across departments, and contributing to sound business decisions.

What You’ll Do

As our Estimator, you will:

• Review incoming estimate requests, specifications, and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Contact appropriate internal stakeholders to obtain missing information or clarify project requirements.
• Prepare accurate estimates by analyzing project specifications, quantities, paper sizes, stock, equipment requirements, and outsourcing needs using Radius estimating software.
• Review preliminary estimates for accuracy, adjusting paper counts, make-ready time, press run time, and other cost variables as necessary.
• Evaluate pricing to ensure estimates are competitive while supporting profitability.
• Obtain pricing for nonstandard paper stocks or materials and recommend cost-effective alternatives when appropriate.
• Identify potential production challenges and communicate concerns to Sales and Manufacturing.
• Review new or complex projects with Manufacturing to ensure feasibility and accurate cost assumptions.
• Enter and maintain estimating information in the appropriate systems and summary documents.
• Generate quote documentation and provide completed estimates to the Sales Department.
• Provide special instructions and relevant project details to vendors and internal departments.
• Collaborate regularly with Sales, Customer Service, Design, Graphics, and Manufacturing to interpret customer requirements and support successful project execution.
• Maintain familiarity with commercial printing, folding carton packaging, and associated production processes.

What You’ll Bring

You're a fit for the Estimator role if you have:

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in estimating, preferably within printing, packaging, manufacturing, or a related industry.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to learn new computer systems, including ERP and estimating platforms.
• Experience with cost analysis, pricing methodologies, and project management principles.
• Ability to analyze data, apply estimation formulas, and evaluate cost variables.
• Strong understanding of mathematical concepts, including area, circumference, volume, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to define problems, gather and analyze data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, specifications, and diagrams and apply them to practical estimating situations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Radius estimating software or other estimating/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of commercial printing, folding cartons, packaging, and binding/finishing processes.
• Familiarity with inventory control, production planning, and scheduling procedures.
• A degree in Business, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Inventory Management, or a related discipline.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to contribute to strategic pricing decisions and business profitability.
• Collaborative work environment with cross-functional exposure to Sales, Design, and Manufacturing.
• Opportunity to apply analytical expertise to a variety of complex printing and packaging projects.
• Established organization with a commitment to quality, customer service, and operational excellence.

Oliver Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.