What are the responsibilities and job description for the NPD Technical Estimator position at Trelleborg Medical Solutions?
This role can work out of Plymouth, Delano, or Litchfield. Some travel to Litchfield, MN to support proejcts.
Imagine leveraging your Estimating experience while working for one of the leading contract manufacturers in the world. Seize this rare opportunity to be part of an exciting, Healthcare and Medical Business Unit with the support and stability of an organization that has been in business for over 100 years.
Trelleborg Healthcare and Medical is seeking an NPD Technical Estimator to join the team. Utilizing knowledge of polymer processing (e.g. injection molding, extrusion, etc.) and related processes, the Technical Estimator will identify the activities required to fulfill both customer and internal requirements for releasing new products and prepare cost estimates accordingly.
As a valued team member with Trelleborg, you will enjoy :
Competitive compensation :
Generous benefits package : Includes health, dental, vision, STD, LTD, life, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more!
Greater opportunity for impact : You will impact the production of life-saving devices.
Growth and advancement : Join a global company that loves to promote from within and allows for advancement.
Required
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree or 10 years equivalent experience
3 years minimum experience working in a polymer processing or manufacturing environment in a technical role
Desired
5 years minimum experience working in a polymer processing or medical manufacturing environment in a technical role or performing the essential job functions listed above
Post-secondary education, apprenticeship, or certificate training in polymer related or accounting discipline
Job Responsiblities
Responsible for completion of new product development quotes presented via Sales RFQ’s
Responsible for completion of quotes related to existing business, as assigned
Responsible for ensuring voice of customer inputs are obtained so that quote outputs reflect customer needs
Drives collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts as needed to ensure quote strategies meet the manufacturing sites capabilities and customer cost targets
Responsible for identifying exceptions or capable alternatives to customer specifications and subsequent follow-up with Sales Engineer / Customer to ensure acknowledgement of exceptions
Work with internal supply chain resources identifying capable outside vendors to support raw material and service needs
Participate in contract review to ensure voice of the customer and quote strategy is clearly passed on to technical team
Create, track, and report critical department KPI’s
Initiate, lead, and participate in continuous improvement activities as needed to support critical KPI goals
Competencies
Undertanding of basic manufacturing costs
Understanding of rubber, silicone, or plastic molding processes
Understanding of injection mold tooling design concepts
Familiarity with secondary operation, assembly, and medical device packaging techniques
Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications
Ability to read and interpret 3D CAD modeling
Familiarity with ISO13485 and QMS standards
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts and problem solving techniques
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
Commitment to making improvements company wide
Competence using Microsoft Office tools
Competence using CRM, ERP, BI, and QMS software tools
Ability to form strong interdepartmental relationships
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