Estimator

JOB TITLE: Estimator

DEPARTMENT: Estimating

REPORTS TO: Estimating Manager

Hatteras is a family-owned printing and visual communications company that works with some of the best-known brands in retail, beauty, pharmaceutical, financial services and other industries. Our success over the last 40 years is attributed to the long-standing relationships we have built with our customers, as well as our incredible employees who are committed to delivering world-class products and services on a daily basis. As a company, we continue to put a strong emphasis on employee engagement in the workplace, and we are proud to have been named one of the Top Workplaces in New Jersey for 2023. If you are looking to join a growing team that’s ready to invest in you and your career, then apply now!

SUMMARY

The estimating team is an integral part of Hatteras' overall business. We are passionate about building our team and welcome enthusiastic, dynamic, and professional individuals who share in our commitment to provide world class print solutions for leading brands. The primary role is to develop estimates by determining the most economical method of manufacturing while considering production capacity of the plant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analyze customer supplied specifications
• Provide guidance and support to Sales and Customer Service specifications for a specific project
• Have working knowledge of all methods available for producing a job and provide quotes based on the most economical method
• Engineer the best estimate based on the supplied specifications with the necessary time, cost, material, and labor required for production in a timely manner
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes
• Consult with sales, vendors, and department managers to discuss and formulate estimates and provide solutions to our customers
• Develop knowledge of materials available and recommend cost saving opportunities
• Assure quality standards are met prior to presenting a quote to Sales or Customer Service

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors or Associates Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines for projects of various size and scope
• Positive “can do” customer focused and attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively with department managers and supervisors
• Familiarity with all printing equipment and equipment’s respective running speeds and most efficient methods for producing any possible job
• Must be able to compute standard costs when the desired figures are not available; determine the quantity of paper, ink and plates required to complete each job

Benefits:

• 401k with company match, Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Vacation, Sick Time, and closed Holidays

EEO STATEMENT

Hatteras is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hatteras does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.