Estimator

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Canada Arrow Machine & Fabrication Group Full time

**Company Introduction**:
Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.

We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

**Division**

**Steelcraft** was established 100 years ago, developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas.

At our **Cambridge Facility** we are recognized supplier of machining, fabrication, forging, and casting solutions, providing OEM customers with innovative results. Creating meaningful partnerships with our customers that drive customized solutions, superior quality, and organic growth is our goal. Our integrated partnerships allow us to support every phase of the project from conception to final delivery. Arrow is the only metal fabrication supplier our customers will ever need.

**Job Title : Estimator - Fabrications**

Preparing estimates of parts and assemblies including material, labor and subcontracting of Fabricated, formed, machined & painted components pertaining to Mining, agricultural & other offroad industries along with other various custom fabrications.

**Estimating functions include**:

- Effectively estimate material & labor required for manufacturing including parts, welding, machining and mechanical assembly for both custom fabrications as well as low volume production runs.
- Build estimate quote file through Excel database.
- Create or transfer quote file information to initiate Engineering Master’s in Visual Manufacturing software.
- Source required material and services as & when needed.
- Work with shop personnel to determine labour cost for custom designs.
- Work in conjunction with others to set priorities for estimating jobs and determine which jobs should be estimated.
- Assist CAD designers with preparation of sales and shop drawings as required.
- Customer contact on technical issues.
- Review and clearly understand customer specifications and quality standards.
- Develop and maintain estimating standards for various areas of production.

**Sales functions may also include**:

- Preparing proposals to meet customer needs
- Assist in the development of promotional programs.
- Promote sales growth with existing clients / Expand & grow (Maintain) existing customers.

The position will also play a role in determining new manufacturing practices and processes to improve competitiveness.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Work with sales, engineering and customers to develop mechanical designs to properly estimate the component and to finalize and submit quotations to customers.
- Translate customer requirements into technical proposals.
- Develop manufacturing process steps and estimated labour run times to support that process.
- Perform detailed time studies to prove out accurate estimating tables.
- Compile quotations using supplied material costing and pricing from vendors.
- Participate in establishing selling prices and policies to support the business plan and a high level of corporate profit.
- Work with the business team to develop the most cost-effective product in the industry.
- Maintain a high level of customer service to internal and external clients.
- Maintain an active review of competitors to insure competitive marketing practices.
- Maintain support relationships with business teams. A relationship builder (seek and engage), collaborative.
- Produce contract sheets based on estimate and actual vendor prices.
- Advise on methods and processes used in the pre-production meetings.
- Search out vendors and subcontractors required to support business needs.
- Work with Engineering as required, particularly on projects requiring more intricate calculations.
- Re-costing to verify project profit information.
- Identify risks associated with projects.

**Your Skills Set**:
**(A) Must Haves**:

- Excellent communication skills verbal and written.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment, good interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of the manufacturing process.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong computer skills in PC Windows’s environment, Excel, Access, Word etc.
- Familiar with Solid Works.
- Self confident, able to make decisions under pressure.

**(B) Wants**:

- Knowledge of MS Access
- Knowledge of Visual MRP system.
- Experience with estimating software.
- Engineering Technologi


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