Print Estimator Houston, Texas

E Arc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A printing solutions company in Houston is seeking a Full-time Estimator to accurately create printing estimates based on customer needs and standards. This role involves analyzing documentation, sourcing vendors, and communicating with various departments to ensure optimization and quality. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, strong customer service skills, and proficiency in software like Adobe Creative Suite. This position offers a full-time contract with competitive pay and the opportunity to develop technical expertise.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Previous reprographics experience is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills for production issues.

Responsibilities

• Analyze documentation for cost and material estimates.
• Revise estimates based on specification changes.
• Maintain quality standards for quotes provided.
• Communicate with sales and vendors for accurate estimates.

Skills

Customer service skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Excel

Photoshop

Word

Color production processes

Problem assessment/troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

ARC is looking for a Full-time Estimator to help us continue to provide the best employment experience for employees; and, continued excellent service for our customers.

Description

We are seeking candidates for our vacant Full-time Estimator responsible for the accurate creation of printing estimates according to the specifications provided by the customer or sales department and in line with standards and rates set up by the company.

• Analyze documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Sourcing multiple vendors when needed
• Engineer the best production plan for a project.
• Evaluate all methods available for producing a job and provides quotes based on the most economical method.
• Plan jobs using a variety of substrates and printing methods.
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes.
• Perform job cost analysis.
• Develop knowledge of materials available and recommends cost saving opportunities.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Identify suppliers and internal resources appropriate for each quote request; including solicit supplier quotations for new and existing items.
• Consult with sales, vendors, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Must evaluate individual responsibilities and use initiative and resourcefulness to develop new methods, criteria or propose new policies.
• Maintain estimating standard procedures.
• Assure quality standards are met before delivering a quote.
• Consult with the appropriate department managers to determine production capabilities and optimal production process.
• Advise and provide direction and support to employees trying to determine specifications on a project.
• Attempt to sell add-on or new services/merchandise to existing and previous customers.
• Inform the customer of unit prices, shipping date, anticipated delays, and any additional information needed by customer.
• Participate in on-going ARC and other training to update technical skills and knowledge.
• Effectively communicate and review quoting threshold data with upper management.
• Generate and maintain reports as required.
• Work additional, non-traditional hours (as needed) to complete job tasks and assignments
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school
• 2+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous reprographics experience, preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills and follow-through ability.
• Strong competencies with Adobe Creative Suites, Photoshop, Excel, Word, or ability to learn required software technologies.
• Strong comprehension of small format, large format, and color production processes.
• Ability to assess/troubleshoot customer software and hard copy orders for production problems or issues.
• Ability to understand and accurately communicate cost estimate information to the customer.
• Ability to follow complex processes and procedures accurately
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining quality control and accuracy.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, resourcefully with minimal oversight
• Demonstrated experience in developing strong working relationships within internal and external customers

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of ARC Document Solutions and RIOT Creative Imaging not to discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

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