GF Estimator

PRISMA GRAPHIC LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Graphic LLC in Phoenix is seeking a Grand Format Estimator to design and estimate grand format proposals for our sales and CSR teams. You will determine the best production processes and substrates, ensuring accuracy and profitability across projects.

The role requires extensive grand format experience, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with vendors and internal teams to deliver precise specifications and costed proposals. Overtime may be needed to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Extensive grand format background including substrates and processes.

Responsibilities

• Create grand format proposals for sales and CSR teams that are cost effective and profitable.
• Receive and understand all incoming requests from the sales and CSR teams to properly spec substrates and processes.
• Research different substrates, processes, outside vendors and all applicable steps to respond to requests.
• Assist pre-production and production teams with understanding complex live projects from original proposals.
• Work with sales and CSR teams to translate customer ideas into usable specifications for estimation and live jobs.
• Proactive communication with teammates and customers is imperative.
• Collaborate with material and outside vendors to secure best pricing.
• Look for ways to gain production efficiency and reduce spoilage.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Grand format experience

Strong communication

Vendor coordination

Overtime readiness

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Industry training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Primary responsibility is creating grand format proposals for our sales and CSR teams for all grand format projects. This is accomplished by receiving and understanding project specifications and determining best production processes, substrates and any research needed to complete the project. This candidate must maintain high quality standards and be detail oriented. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Secondary job functions involve project planning and purchasing of production substrates and materialsQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following duties satisfactorily. The employee must have an extensive grand format background including the different substrates and processes used in grand format. The employee must be available 8 hours per day and willing to work overtime and extra days should the workload demand it. You must be fluent in MS Office applications, email and the Internet. Previous grand format experience is an important factor. A high value will be placed on interpersonal communication skills.Job DutiesCreate grand format proposals for the sales and CSR teams that are cost effective and are profitable projects for the grand format departmentReceive and understand all incoming requests from our sales and CSR teams to produce grand format proposals. This often requires verbal communication with the requestor to properly spec the right substrates and processesResearch different substrates, processes, outside vendors and all applicable steps to respond to our internal and external customer requestsAssist grand format pre-production and production teams with understanding difficult live projects from original proposalsWork directly with our sales and CSR teams to prepare customer ideas into useable specifications that can be properly estimated and turned into live jobs. Proactive communication is absolute imperativeWork with material and outside vendors to secure best pricing for goods and services.Look for ways to gain efficiency in production. Work closely with department manager and communicate production information to the team.Work and communicate with others in a professional mannerLook for ways to improve processes, gain efficiencies and reduce spoilage.Perform preventative maintenance to ensure quality operating conditions at all timesKeep workspace clean and organizedScheduleMonday – Friday 8m to 5pm with overtime as needed.Position Structure:The Grand Format Estimator reports directly to the Grand Format ManagerExperience:Large Format print production knowledge required. Minimum 3 years of grand format experience including extensive knowledge of all substratesEducation:High school diploma or GED and industry training desired.Language Skills:Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret technical documents. Also, you must have the ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from coworkers and management.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. The employee is required to sit, stand, kneel and crouch. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Performance Measurements:• Perform all assigned duties in a timely manner• Self-motivated with a proactive work style• Maintain expected quality standards• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills• Effective communication with coworkers and management• Ability to interpret information quickly and react to emergency situations• Cooperation and willingness to help others accomplish their objectives• Possess and maintain a good attendance record