Jnr Estimator

ESTIMATOR

Position Purpose:

• Prepare cost estimates for a range of products (including but not limited to Composite Ceramics, Flexiguard, Outsourced Lining and Mining Hose).
• Identify design or supply issues during the estimation process and communicate effectively across the business to resolve.
• Support sales, purchasing and operations functions with expert support across
  the respective teams.

Key Responsibilities but no limited to:

• Identifies estimation requirements by studying proposal requests, technical drawings, specifications, and related documents / communication.
• Produce accurate estimates by analysing material, labour requirements and available production capacity.
• Presents well prepared estimates, accurate with descriptive information and clearly communicated to all stakeholders.
• Ensure timely completion of estimates (preferably under 24 hours)
• Work with production staff to schedule and prioritise all orders according to client delivery requirements
• Provide support to the rubber lining / operations team with tracking multiple components, e.g. fabrication, liner manufacture, surface treatment and installation.
• Maintain technical knowledge by interacting with the workshops on design vs practical layouts.

Skills and Abilities:

• Able to read and interpret detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes
• Advanced excel skills.
• Ability to Analyse Information in a detailed format (Attention to detail)
• Planning and project managing
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work closely as part of a team and communicating among all stakeholders to achieve company goals.
• Pro-active, solutions-based approach to problem solving.

Experience:

• 3+ years' experience in estimation
• 3+ years' experience of working in a manufacturing environment preferred but not essential
• Manufacturing scheduling/planning preferred (not essential)
• As per requirements of the Company's Integrated Management System which relate to all staff and to this position.
• Exposure to manufacturing industry.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.