What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Southwest Publishing & Mailing?
Job Summary:
The primary responsibility of the Print Estimator is to develop cost estimates on routine and complex jobs as required by customer’s request, to assist Sales/Purchasing/Management in the manufacturing of our clients print work.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Estimates labor and material cost of printing based on specifications outlined on sales order or submitted by prospective client. Examines specifications, sketches, and sample layouts, and calculates unit and production costs, using labor and material pricing software and schedules and considering factors such paper stock requirements, number and units of colors and quality of finished product, to determine cost effective and competitive price.
- Confers with department heads to develop or confirm information regarding various cost elements.
- Estimate cost of mailing finished printed product
- Maintain estimating standard procedure.
- Utilize estimating software to provide quotes to Customer Service Representatives.
- Performs other duties as required.
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Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong math and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- ePS iQuote or similar estimating workflow experience preferred.
- Excellent computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under tight time constraints to meet deadlines.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree or three years of equivalent print estimating experience
Physical Requirements:
- This position is one that is representative of a normal office environment. It is sedentary in nature that requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, speaking.
- Hours of work are varied as required to complete the jobs on time.
Requirements:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be able to pass a background check
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
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To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
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