What are the responsibilities and job description for the Processing Sales Estimator (Manufacturing) position at O'Brien Steel?
Overview:
The Processing Sales Estimator works directly with customers and the Outside Sales team to quote customer parts from leads supplied by the company. This position is responsible for accurately calculating material, labor, and other production costs on customer request for quotes while ensuring the company remains competitive and profitable.
Responsibilities:
· Analyze customer blueprints, specifications, and proposals to ensure customer requirements can be fulfilled.
· Prepare detailed quotes to customers by estimating cycle times, hourly cost rates, material costs and third-party processing costs.
· Collaborate with internal departments including engineering, purchasing, customer service and outside sales to ensure accuracy of cost estimators.
· Assist the inside and outside sales teams with technical questions from customers regarding new opportunities.
· Identify cost savings opportunities to ensure that we are supplying a competitive quote.
· Track, report and follow up on open estimating projects.
Position Requirements:
· Associates degree or equivalent experience within the steel industry or related field preferred
· 2-4 years of experience in first or second operations for steel plate processing
· Ability to read and interpret blueprints
· Ability to effectively communicate with customers to understand and verify their exact needs and expectations
· Self-motivated with a high attention to detail and ability to multitask
· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
· Strong conversation, negotiation, and written communication skills
· Excellent in customer service
· Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Peoria, IL 61603: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $75,000