Print Estimator: Employee-Owned Litho & Large-Format

Lithographix, Inc.; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithographix, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial printing projects.

You will analyze customer specs, determine materials and production needs, and provide pricing that supports profitability and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Production to ensure estimates are production‑ready and aligned with capabilities.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to interpret printing specifications, production requirements, and customer requests.
• Experience using print estimating software and manufacturing information systems.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQs and project details to determine estimating requirements.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for offset and digital printing projects.
• Calculate material, setup, labor, and production costs, including finishing and outsourcing.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Printing technology education preferred

Business education preferred

Tools

Excel

MIS/ERP systems

Print estimating software

Job description

Lithographix, Inc. is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for commercial printing projects.

You will analyze customer specs, determine materials and production needs, and provide pricing that supports profitability and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Production to ensure estimates are production‑ready and aligned with capabilities.