Estimator - Cost jobs in Rockford, IL

United Alloy (UA) is the leading brand when to comes to metal fabrication and powder coating. UA produces the highest quality leak-proof metal fuel tanks, reservoirs, skids, frames, chassis, trailers, heavy metal fabrications, and complex weldments. At UA, our culture produces actively engaged people with sustainable results: safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Each employee acts with a sense of ownership, takes initiative to problem solve, and is committed to the company’s mission, their team, and themselves.

In addition to our ISO 9001 certification, UA has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business. While we’re proud of these distinctions, one credentials stand above all others: our extensive list of long-term satisfied Fortune 500 OEM customers.

Reports to: Cost Engineering Manager

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Cost Engineering Manager, the Estimator will estimate costs and prepare price quotes for product applications required by customers using various calculators and systems already in place, along with preparing spreadsheets to aid in costing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares accurate quotes for new and existing products
• Creates cost models in ERP system and in Excel
• Organizes all sales inputs and quote documentation to ensure files are available for project completion
• Audits estimated cost versus actual cost of completed projects
• Analyzes various pricing scenarios
• Identifies cost reduction opportunities
• Assesses manufacturability and makes recommendations to Sales
• Recognizes tool and fixture requirements and creates estimates accordingly
• Communicates with Sales and Engineering teams to balance quote load and priority

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required.
• Associate’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or related field preferred.
• Technical knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes, welding, and powder coat application.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, weld symbols, and specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Excel is required
• Ability to navigate 2D and 3D CAD, preferable Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD
• Must possess effective written, verbal and oral communication skills
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and the desire for challenges
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Willingness to take on non-traditional tasks, roles, responsibilities, and challenges needed to accomplish company goals
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

Benefits: In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks.

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Responsible Time Off (RTO)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Retention and Commitment Bonus
• Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave and FMLA
• Life Insurance , STD, LTD, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bonus Opportunity