Manufacturing Cost Estimator

JOB REQUIREMENTS: About your new company: For the past 55+ years, family

owned and operated, Prent Corporation has been the world leader in

custom thermoformed packaging serving the Medical, Electronic and

Consumer industries. A global leader with strong technology based

employees who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while

recognizing their opportunity to make a difference and continued career

growth. About your new role: As a Manufacturing Cost Estimator, you will

assist the Estimating Manager in developing accurate piece-part and

tooling price quotations for new projects, repeat customer orders, and

customer change orders. This entry-level position provides an

opportunity to develop knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling,

materials, costing, and pricing while working closely with Sales,

Design, Production Control, and Manufacturing. You will review

blueprints and design information, evaluate material and manufacturing

requirements, identify potential manufacturability issues, and assist in

developing competitive pricing. You will also maintain estimating and

order information in Prent systems while ensuring the accuracy and

Confidentiality Of Sensitive Information. Responsibilities Include

Calculate piece-part and tooling price quotations for new projects based

on a review of blueprints and design notations. Determine tooling

layouts and identify special manufacturing requirements with guidance

from the Estimating Manager. Identify potential manufacturability issues

and review them with Design and Manufacturing personnel. Calculate

estimated piece-part pricing for \"fast-track\" quotes using dimensional

information provided by Sales. Review job costing information and

incorporate relevant data into quotations. Calculate pricing for repeat

customer orders, including reviewing material price changes and

manufacturing results from previous production runs. Re-price customer

change orders by researching the processing stage of the order,

calculating the effect of the change, and communicating updates to Sales

and Production Control. Interface with Sales Service, Planners, and

Sales Representatives to answer questions regarding pricing and order

status. Identify open orders affected by material price changes and

assist with recalculating pricing and customer communication. Enter

estimating information into Prent systems and ensure pricing information

agrees with the signed final blueprint. Assist with large Request for

Proposal/Quotation packages, including reviewing tooling requirements,

material-buy opportunities, and other factors that contribute to

competitive pricing. Participate in tool cost and job cost review

sessions to gain an understanding of estimating assumptions and how they

affect future quotations. Maintain accurate physical and electronic

estimating files. Collaborate with IT to continuously improve and

maximize the effective use of the company\'s enterprise platform.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company and customer information.

Perform other duties as assigned. What you need: Associate\'s or

Bachelor\'s degree, or equivalent experience, in Finance, Mathematics,

Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field. Ability to read

and comprehend blueprints or a willingness to learn. Strong analytical

and mathematical skills. Proficiency with spreadsheets and Microsoft

Excel. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Effective

written and verbal communication skills. Ability to learn manufacturing

processes, estimating practices, and company systems. Ability to work

Collaboratively With Multiple Departments. Knowledge & Application

Apply basic estimating concepts and techniques. Work within established

estimating standards and procedures with guidance from the Estimating

Manager. Develop an understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling,

material costs, job costing, and pricing. Use analytical and

problem-solving kills to support accurate and competitive quotations.

What you\'ll receive: As a full-time Prent employee you\'ll be

competitively compensated, based on experience. You\'ll discover our

tailored benefits package. Our Profit Sharing Plan is second to none in

the area or industry. You\'ll be able to choose between two outstanding

Group Medical Plans. In addition you\'ll be selecting Group Dental and

Supplemental Life Insurance. Included in our benefits is 24/7 access to

our Fitness Center for you and your spouse. The company will provide

basic Group Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay and Tuition

assistance if you choose to continue your education. Come join our team

to help make a great organization greater! If you are qualified and

seeking the next step in your career apply online at www.prent.com

\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.prent.com Other:

To apply, please visit our website www.prent.com or submit an on-line

application in person using our lobby kiosk located at 2225 Kennedy Road

in Janesville. Some positions may require pre-employment testing

directly after submitting an application. Applications will not be

considered submitted without completing the full process. Questions can

be directed to 608-373-7212. EOE