Cost Estimator

COST ESTIMATOR/QUOTING SPECIALIST – WATERBURY CT
MKSG, the direct hire division of CoWorx Staffing Services, has a unique opportunity with a top client in the Waterbury area! The Cost Estimator/Quoting Specialist will evaluate project expenses, analyze data, cost estimating, work production refresh quotes, and prepare detailed cost estimates to help organizations make informed financial decisions.

This is a F/T direct hire role 1st shift role, 7am – 3pm, with a salary range of $55K -$65K.

Responsibilities:

Develop new and/or improve existing quoting & costing practices.
Maintain all aspects/data on the quotes in process and quotes log.
Assist Director of Sales and Marketing with quote follow up and tracking, filing.
Create quotes for new and existing projects and products.
Price updates on existing production items
New programs for existing and new customers
Cost savings initiatives
Work with purchasing to secure multiple levels of material quotes above and below our current purchase quantities.
Contact new and existing outside vendors for new part quotes including, but not limited to, metals, resin, concentrate, ink, labels, inserts, etc.
Train associates in quoting processes and information required to quote successfully.
Implement lean strategies in evaluating and streamlining quoting operations.
Support Project Managers in projects and tasks to support new product validations and launches.
Manage and lead projects with direct customer contact.
Assist in the development and implementation of continuous improvements for molding, tooling, printing and all other manufacturing operations.
Develop &Manage project plans and activities to drive improvements.
Establish SMART goals &objectives

Desired Background/Skills:

2-year degree in Engineering a preferred, not required
2+ years’ experience in costing, quoting, procurement in manufacturing.
Excellent excel skills and formula writing
Knowledge of ERPs
Lean manufacturing principles and IT applications.
SOLIDWORKS proficiency desired
Knowledge of plastic injection molding processes A plus
Microsoft Office skills required (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project).
Spanish speaking, reading, and writing bilingual ability a plus

Other Information:

Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to join a hardworking, supportive team – apply with us today to get started!

CoWorx is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that a varied workforce enhances our business outcomes and contributes to a brighter future for our internal teams, Field Talent, customers, and communities. We are committed to considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or veteran status, and we do not discriminate based on disability. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.

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Interested candidates please reference job code 239031 when responding to this ad.