Senior Cost Estimator & Production Planner (Mold/5-Axis)

M.C. Molds Inc; Williamston (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Insurance

Dental

Long-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Optional Supplemental Insurance

Holiday Pay

Tuition assistance

Air-Conditioned Shop

Job summary

M.C. Molds Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator/planner to analyze blueprints, prepare time and cost estimates, and coordinate with vendors and customers to ensure on-time delivery of blow molds and complex parts.

The role requires strong CAD interpretation, advanced Excel and ERP familiarity, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to optimize production and quotes. Mold making and 5-axis machining experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in estimating, scheduling, or machine shop environment.
• Proficient reviewing files in 3D CAD software.
• Mold making experience a plus.
• Machining experience with 5-axis a plus.
• Ability to read and clearly understand engineering drawings.
• Experience in MS Office Suite and Excel required; ERP systems recommended.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Able to work well with Shop Supervisor, machinists, designers, and programmers for part production analysis, as well as management.
• Experience in JobBOSS a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates to manufacture blow molds, complex parts, and assemblies.
• Comprehend and envision fixture and tool design.
• Structure job details for work orders.
• Perform closed job review and cost analysis of jobs.
• Consult with vendors, customers, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Work with customers and staff to produce acceptable quotations.
• Seek vendors for specialized services, obtain costs and lead time for all outside processes to support bid preparation.
• Research prior job cost using databases for new estimates.
• Run scheduling reports and schedule new jobs per estimated labor requirements and capacity.
• Create and maintain a work schedule to build and deliver all products and services on time.
• Setup and utilize scheduling software (Job Boss).
• Plan and set weekly milestones so that work will be completed on time in the most cost-effective manner.
• Calculate resource loading (people and equipment).
• Monitor and document hours for work in progress.
• Create weekly reports to update customers and the plant of current job status.
• Calculate any bottlenecks in advance and recommend solutions.
• Establish and create resource loading priority lists.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Reading engineering drawings

MS Excel

Tools

3D CAD software

JobBOSS

ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Excel

Job description

M.C. Molds Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator/planner to analyze blueprints, prepare time and cost estimates, and coordinate with vendors and customers to ensure on-time delivery of blow molds and complex parts.

The role requires strong CAD interpretation, advanced Excel and ERP familiarity, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams to optimize production and quotes. Mold making and 5-axis machining experience are a plus.