Manufacturing Cost Estimator

Wearwell, LLC; Smyrna (TN); Hybrid; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Wearwell, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Cost Estimator to join our onsite team with hybrid responsibilities in Smyrna, TN. You will prepare cost estimates for custom projects by creating basic CAD drawings and reviewing blueprints and customer specifications.

In this role, you will also back-up production planning and scheduling, validating routing accuracy and production processes on the shop floor. Strong ERP/BOM experience and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent; 2 years' experience in customer service support, production role or jobs estimating/quoting in industrial manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints or drawings.
• Prior ERP experience and BOM management required.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational and analytical skills; able to present information to groups.
• Proficiency with basic mathematics and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems; willingness to cross-train.
• Participation on team calls/meetings via web camera.

Responsibilities

• Prepare custom quotes and job/project cost estimations.
• Provide lead time request support to sales.
• Review orders to determine scope and manufacturing requirements; assist plant personnel, sales and customer service with estimating questions or concerns.
• Release production orders and complete production job closures requests.
• Provide back-up support in production planning and scheduling.
• Work overtime as necessary and complete tasks safely.
• React positively to change.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Blueprint reading

ERP experience

BOM management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

2 years experience in manufacturing environment

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems

Job description

Wearwell is a global industry leader in the anti-fatigue matting market.

Our team members are more than just another number - they are family.

As our business grows, so must we.

Wearwell has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Cost Estimator (onsite role)

Monday through Friday (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

$23.00 - $27.00

Incumbent will provide solution-oriented services to customers and prepare cost estimates for custom projects by creating basic CAD drawings and reviewing blueprints and/or customer specifications. Incumbent will also back-up production planning and scheduling.

Operating in a hybrid capacity, this role divides time between an office environment and the production floor to directly validate routing accuracy and operational processes.

Exposure to manufacturing environments, including noise, extreme temperatures, and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare custom quotes and job/project cost estimations.
• Provide lead time request support to sales.
• Review customer orders to determine the scope of work and manufacturing requirements assisting plant personnel, sales, and customer service with estimating questions or concerns.
• Release production orders and complete production job closures requests.
• Provide back-up support in production planning and scheduling.
• Work overtime as necessary and complete tasks in a safe manner
• React positively to change.
• Perform oth er duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and/or equivalent education and related job experience; 2 years' experience in a customer service support or production role or jobs estimating, quoting, or planning in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints or drawings.
• Prior ERP experience and understanding bill of material (BOM) management required.
• Good written and verbal communications, organizational and analytical skills, and able to effectively present information to groups.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge including proficiency with basic mathematics and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve; willingness to cross-train in other functional areas.
• Participate on team calls and meetings via web camera.
• This position requires a focus on producing quality work.

Certain state laws require the posting of the potential salary range for advertised jobs.

Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including market data, experience, skills, and internal equity.

We support a drug-free workplace/EEO

Offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate passing a post-offer,

pre-employment drug screen and satisfactory background investigation.