Estimator in Chorley, Lancashire

Estimator 

We are working with an organisation who have been established for over 35 years and have gone from strength to strength. My client specialises in servicing a wide spectrum in all moulding materials. They are toolmakers and precision engineers specialising in the design and manufacture of all production tooling. We are currently looking for experienced Estimator to join this company based in Lancashire.

Key Requirements for the Estimator:

• Must have over 3 years working experience as a Estimator
• Must have over 3 experience of commercial quotations and estimation 
• Experience with interpreting technical drawings, specifications, CAD models and customer requirements
• Experience with producing detailed labour, material, tooling, subcontract and other associated costings, including appropriate manufacturing routings. 
• Expereince of liaising with customers, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing, technical information, lead times and clarify requirements. 
• Experience of conducting customer/site visits where required to assess project requirements
• Experience with preparing and submit formal quotations and provide technical support throughout the tender and quotation process. 
• Experience with accurate quotation, costing and routing information within the company's ERP/MRP system. 

Beneficial Requirements:

• A strong engineering or manufacturing background, ideally with time-served/shop-floor experience in machining, fabrication or a related engineering discipline
• Good understanding of CNC turning and milling principles, fabrication methods and general manufacturing processes
• Thorough understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing principles, tolerances, materials and manufacturing feasibility

The successful Estimator will be rewarded with an excellent base salary, option for career progression, opportunity to work with major OEM's, free on site parking and other benefits.

Hours of work: 37 hours
Monday - Thursday: 7:30-16:00 and Friday 7:30 - 12:30

Please send your CV to Zabina @ Quest Technical Ltd for immediate consideration.