Project Estimator (print), Etobicoke

The Estimator is responsible to provide costs to the sales group for primarily for envelope opportunities, with a secondary focus on packaging and label opportunities. This position partners with sales and operations to ensure timely, accurate production estimates based on customers’ specifications. Relying on creativity and moving with a sense of urgency, the Estimator is a key member of the sales support organization who will provide solutions to help sales win news business.

RESPONSABILITIES
Using an estimating model, ensures timely and accurate estimates by reviewing quotes specifications
Determines most cost effective and competitive manufacturing options by comparing pricing associated with all viable production methods
Calculates costs of all materials required in producing product
Obtains pricing from lithographers
Coordinates layout sheets for outside litho
Obtains pricing for special papers or special cartons/packaging
Suggests alternatives that may help sales win work.
Confers with production personnel to develop or confirm information regarding various cost elements.
Implements all price increases of raw materials (e.g. paper, window film, cartons, skids, freight charges, etc.) into estimates.
Use mathematical equations to determine the quantity of material needed.

REQUIREMENTS
1+ year estimating experience in printing, packaging, or paper converting manufacturing environment a requirement
Understanding of flexographic printing processes
Must have excellent organizational skills for fast paced, constantly changing environment
Intermediate computer skills required in MSOffice, AX Dynamics experience an asset
Ability to work independently, multi-task, follow-up, and meet tight timelines
Effective time management skills and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
Proven creative problem solving abilities
Accuracy with managing data and attention to detail
Able to perform business math (basic algebra, compute rate, ratio, etc.)

BENEFITS
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Health Benefits to support your well-being
Retirement Plan – A retirement plan to help you plan for the future. (Paragraph does not have any matching) Bonus – Annual bonus opportunities based on Company performance and/or Individual goals
Collaborative Culture – A workplace built on communication, integrity, excellence, respect, and teamwork.
Work-Life Balance – Support for a healthy balance between work and life.

NOTE: This job description in no ways states or implies that these are the only responsibilities of this position. The employee will be required to accept additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Manager.

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