Estimator - Print In-store Marketing

**About Us**

TC Transcontinental has more than 7,000 employees in Canada and the United States, and a revenue of over C$3.0 billion in 2018. With our 3 business segments in Print, Media and Packaging we continue to optimize, transform and grow while making impressions that count

This position will be part of our Printing Sector in which the focus is in three areas of print; direct mail, commercial print and in-store-marketing print (i.e. point of purchase promotional print). As the largest printer in Canada & one of the largest in North-America, you will join a team that is committed to helping everyone excel and reach their goals. The Print division has over 4,500 employees & 16 state-of-the-art print plants.

**About this opportunity**

This position will be responsible for producing accurate and timely job cost estimates for all facets of producing POP signage and display projects. There are two vacancies, one (1) will be located in Richmond Hill, ON and one (1) will be located in Aurora, ON. The Estimator located in Aurora will focus on In-Store Marketing, Sheet fed/Web Litho and Direct Mail Print Production, whereas the Estimator located in Richmond Hill will focus on Corrugate Displays, Semi-Permanent/Permanent Displays, Décor and In-Store Signage.

**Main Responsibilities**
- Maintain and constantly develop detailed knowledge of all production equipment and procedures throughout the company;
- Clarify and understand the client’s specifications;
- Determine the sequence of manufacturing steps needed to produce specific products;
- Determine cost of materials and availability;
- Determine cost of services from outside suppliers;
- Determine in-house costs according to internal “Rates and Standards”;
- Aid sales by suggesting alternate specifications and methods to improve the products;
- Maintain strong supplier relationships;
- Maintain an in depth knowledge of different brands, grades and suppliers of substrates;
- Work as part of a team, follow and adhere to Transcontinental’s code of ethics and participate in the Continuous Improvements efforts;
- Fully understand and adhere to all relevant Environmental, Health and Safety, Human Resources, Continuous Improvement, Security and Company policies and procedures;
- Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act of Ontario, the Workplace Safety Insurance Act and all other applicable legislated environmental, health & safety regulations;
- Perform all other duties as requested by Management in order to help the team effort.

**Qualifications**
- Post secondary education along with a minimum of 4 years experience in the In-store Signage and Displays industry;
- Thorough knowledge of production equipment and procedures in pre-press, print including digital large format flat bed and roll, finishing, kitting, fulfillment and distribution as it pertains to POP signage;
- Previous experience with estimating in the print industry would be an asset;
- Strong math and analytical skills;
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written);
- Well developed time and stress management maintaining a professional attitude under pressure;
- Adaptability in constantly changing fast paced environment;
- Willingness and ability to train, cross train, and develop in a team environment.

**What we have to offer**
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career;
- Development opportunities where your input makes a difference. Competitive compensation package, pension and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family needs.

**Learn more about us**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Print Production Estimator: 3 years (preferred)
- ISM, Litho or Direct Mail Print: 3 years (preferred)
- Corrugate, Semi/Permanent Display or Decor/Signage: 3 years (preferred)