Manufacturing Cost and Process Specialist

Frank Calandra Jennmar Services; South Point (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO)

Wellness incentives

Voluntary 401(k) with company match

Voluntary dental and vision coverage

Basic life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

XCAL Tools is seeking a Manufacturing Cost & Process Specialist to support manufacturing operations through technical knowledge, costing, analysis, and problem solving. You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Management to determine economical manufacturing methods and accurate costing for jobs.

The role emphasizes practical manufacturing knowledge and a hands-on approach on both office and shop floor activities, with emphasis on evaluating processes, materials, and labor

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, machining, fabrication, metallurgy, engineering, estimating, costing, production planning, or a related field.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes, equipment, and systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate jobs to determine manufacturing requirements, processes, labor, equipment, materials, and costs.
• Develop and maintain accurate job costing and manufacturing models.
• Work with Operations and Engineering to determine methods for putting jobs into production.
• Analyze machining and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost, and efficiency.
• Provide technical support to production when questions or problems arise.
• Assist with determining machine capabilities, routing, cycle times, tooling and labor requirements.
• Evaluate material types, grades, properties, and their impact on processes and costs.
• Review production results and compare actual performance against estimates.
• Assist with quoting, estimating, and evaluation of potential new business.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Business Analytics to develop manufacturing data.
• Identify issues and develop practical solutions.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects across the facility.
• Document manufacturing knowledge and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Ownership & accountability

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing/Metallurgy or related degree

Tools

MS Excel

Production data analysis

Spreadsheets

Computer literacy

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Manufacturing Cost and Process Specialist

Full Time South Point, OH, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 4274

Manufacturing Specialist OR Manufacturing Cost & Process Specialist

Location: XCAL Tools – South Point, OH Department: Manufacturing / Operations

Position Summary

XCAL Tools is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to support manufacturing operations through a combination of technical knowledge, production support, job costing, process analysis, and problem solving.

This position will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Management to understand customer requirements and determine the most effective and economical methods to manufacture products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and the ability to evaluate materials, machining operations, labor requirements, equipment capabilities, and associated costs.

This is a hands-on, cross-functional position that will require someone who is comfortable working both in the office and on the manufacturing floor. The successful candidate will be a resource for production and management, helping evaluate jobs, develop manufacturing approaches, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide accurate information for costing and decision-making.

We are more interested in a candidate's practical manufacturing knowledge, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn than in a specific degree or career path. Experience in machining, metallurgy, manufacturing engineering, estimating, job costing, production planning, or related areas is highly valued.

---

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and existing jobs to determine manufacturing requirements, processes, labor, equipment, materials, and estimated costs.
• Develop and maintain accurate job costing and manufacturing models.
• Work with Operations and Engineering to determine appropriate methods for putting jobs into production.
• Analyze machining and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost, and efficiency.
• Provide technical support to production when questions or problems arise.
• Assist with determining machine capabilities, routing, cycle times, tooling requirements, and labor requirements.
• Evaluate material types, grades, properties, and their impact on manufacturing processes and costs.
• Review production results and compare actual performance against estimated costs and expectations.
• Assist with quoting, estimating, and evaluation of potential new business.
• Work with Process Engineering and Business Analytics to develop accurate and useful manufacturing data.
• Identify manufacturing issues and work with appropriate personnel to develop practical solutions.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects throughout the facility.
• Develop and maintain documentation to capture manufacturing knowledge and processes.
• Serve as a technical resource to Operations, Management, and other departments as needed.

---

Preferred Experience / Qualifications

We're intentionally keeping this section broad.

• Experience in manufacturing, machining, fabrication, metallurgy, engineering, estimating, costing, production planning, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and evaluate labor, material, machine time, and other manufacturing costs.
• Comfortable working directly with production personnel and management.
• Strong computer skills and ability to work with spreadsheets, production data, and other analytical tools.
• Ability to learn new processes, equipment, and systems quickly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• A degree in engineering, manufacturing, metallurgy, business, or a related field is beneficial but is not required if the candidate has relevant practical experience.

The company provides a range of employee benefits. Eligibility, coverage, and plan options may vary based on position, location, and company policies. Available benefits may include:

• Medical insurance with PPO plan options
• Wellness incentives
• Voluntary 401(k) with company match
• Voluntary dental and vision coverage
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage