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Full-time

Description

Join Our Team as an Estimator/Planner!

Worth Higgins & Associates is seeking a skilled Estimator/Planner to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and production plans that ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. If you have a strong background in printing, cost estimating, and production planning, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Cost Estimation: Determine the most efficient and economical methods for manufacturing jobs, considering material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Production Planning: Prepare comprehensive production plans based on customer specifications, ensuring a balance between quality, cost, and timeline.
• Material and Labor Calculation: Accurately calculate material quantities, labor hours, and outside services required for job production.
• Customer Change Orders: Prepare cost estimates for customer-requested changes at the proof stage and communicate these changes to the account team.
• Vendor Negotiation: Negotiate the best possible prices with vendors and suppliers to optimize production costs.
• Press Sheet Layouts: Create press sheet layouts using software programs or manually when necessary.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in the printing industry with strong knowledge of cost estimating and production planning.

• Collaboration Skills: Ability to work closely with in-plant supervisors, account executives, and account managers to troubleshoot and problem-solve.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in creating press sheet layouts using relevant software and/or manual techniques.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail, with an ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

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