Manufacturing Cost Estimator: Optimize Costs & Lead Times

Amtec Staffing; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Amtec Staffing in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Cost Estimator to determine fabrication costs for build-to-print projects. This role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing to evaluate costs, labor hours, materials and processing against customer drawings and specs.

The position emphasizes risk reporting, cost and lead time assessment, and accurate quoting. Strong communication, negotiation skills, and experience with spreadsheets and ERP/MRP software are essential,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in estimating or relevant field is preferred.
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles.
• Computer literate with emphasis on spreadsheets and MRP/ERP software.
• Knowledge of research and data analysis methods and formulas.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
• US person required in order to comply with ITAR regulations.
• Face to face, phone and digital (e-mail/text) interactions must be clear and concise.
• Proficiency in mathematics and data analysis.
• Ability to weigh multiple perspectives on projects.
• Negotiator who can balance project needs with company priorities.

Responsibilities

• Understanding the part, project or program and its requirements
• Determining key variables for cost and all elements of fabrication
• Gather first-hand information from history, the shop floor, purchasing and prior experience.
• Evaluate and investigate re-run jobs for time, material, and processing anomalies.
• Obtain and review quotes from material vendors, subcontractors, and processors.
• Perform risk analysis with respect to capabilities and tolerances.
• Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers etc.)
• Compile the data into an estimating worksheet and by using comparative analysis determine the sell price for the component or assembly.
• Complete the quote sheet and forward the data to sales or management for review.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the company's operations.

Skills

Cost estimation

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Mathematics

Data analysis

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Job description

Amtec Staffing in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Cost Estimator to determine fabrication costs for build-to-print projects. This role collaborates with engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing to evaluate costs, labor hours, materials and processing against customer drawings and specs.

The position emphasizes risk reporting, cost and lead time assessment, and accurate quoting. Strong communication, negotiation skills, and experience with spreadsheets and ERP/MRP software are essential,