Large-Format Print Estimator (On-Site Woodridge)

Veterans Print; Woodridge (IL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Veterans Print in Woodridge, IL is seeking a Print Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for large-format offset and digital printing, packaging, and fulfillment projects. You will collaborate with sales, customer service, production, and purchasing to develop practical production plans and competitive quotes that protect margins.

The role requires strong math, attention to detail, and experience with estimating software and Excel.

Formación

• Knowledge of offset and digital printing processes.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and packaging needs.
• Proficient with estimating software and Excel; EFI ePace a plus.
• Strong math, accuracy, and cost analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Clear communication with sales, customer service, production and purchasing.
• Education in print management or related field is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Review quotes, artwork, layouts, quantities, substrates and finishing requirements.
• Identify missing information and clarify project details before estimating.
• Determine production methods, sheet sizes, layouts and yields.
• Calculate material, labor, setup, spoilage, outside services, packaging and freight costs.
• Obtain current pricing for substrates and outside services.
• Prepare detailed estimates using pricing and margin guidelines.
• Coordinate with production/scheduling on capacity and turnaround.
• Suggest alternative materials or methods to improve cost or delivery.
• Revise estimates with changed specs and note additional charges.
• Provide clear estimating details and production assumptions for orders.
• Keep organized records of quotes, revisions and pricing.

Conocimientos

Offset printing

Digital printing

Substrates & inks

Coatings & finishing

Estimating software

Excel

EFI ePace

Math skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Collaboration

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Printer MIS software

Descripción del empleo

Veterans Print in Woodridge, IL is seeking a Print Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for large-format offset and digital printing, packaging, and fulfillment projects. You will collaborate with sales, customer service, production, and purchasing to develop practical production plans and competitive quotes that protect margins.

The role requires strong math, attention to detail, and experience with estimating software and Excel.