Sales Estimator

Aspenational; Franklin, Northern (Venango County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Fitness reimbursement program

Job summary

Franklin Precision Castings, a precision investment casting foundry, seeks a detail-oriented Sales Estimator to prepare cost estimates and quotations for RFQs and new business opportunities. You will collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and other departments to develop competitive pricing for our high-quality castings.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and specs, calculating material and processing costs, and maintaining estimating records.

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Office and ERP software.
• CAD software experience is a plus.
• Previous estimating, sales support, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in investment casting or foundry operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and customer quotations.
• Determine material, labor, tooling, processing, and outside service costs.
• Obtain pricing and technical information from internal departments and suppliers.
• Maintain estimating records and pricing information.
• Assist Sales with pricing questions and quotation follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and company information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

MS Office

ERP software

CAD software

Estimating experience

Tools

CAD software

ERP system

Job description

Franklin Precision Castings is an investment casting foundry specializing in the production of high-quality precision castings for demanding industrial and defense applications. Our team is committed to safety, quality, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sales Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for customer inquiries and new business opportunities. This position works closely with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and other departments to develop competitive and accurate pricing for our precision castings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and customer quotations.
• Determine material, labor, tooling, processing, and outside service costs.
• Obtain pricing and technical information from internal departments and suppliers.
• Maintain estimating records and pricing information.
• Assist Sales with pricing questions and quotation follow-up.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and company information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information.
• Strong computer skills a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, andable to learn company ERP/software systems.
• CAD (computer-aided design) software is a plus.
• Previous estimating, sales support, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in investment casting or foundry operations is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily office-based work with extended periods of sitting and computer use.
• Frequent keyboarding, mouse use, reading, and computer monitor viewing.
• Ability to periodically stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the office and foundry.
• May occasionally lift or carry materials or documents weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Maintain proper posture and utilize ergonomic workstation practices.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance [company paid]
• AD&D insurance [company paid]
• Short -term disability [company paid]
• Long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness reimbursement program

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Franklin Precision Castings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Wall Colmonoy and Franklin Precision Castings are equal opportunity employers committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

For U.S.-based positions, we are affirmative action employers of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.