Estimator

Estimator

• Until Filled (CST)
• Plasman - Global Headquarters
• Windsor, ON, CAN
• Salary
• Full Time
• Estimating

Plasman

One Company, One Driving Force

Plasman is a leading global automotive and manufacturing company with several locations across North America and Europe. With a rich history dating back over 40 years, our collaborative approach, work ethic, and commitment have made us a global leader in automotive components. We believe the only thing that separates the possible from the impossible is perspective.

At Plasman, you will work with the world's best and brightest to shape the future of our global company. Our employees come from rich and diverse backgrounds working collectively together for the success of one company. We believe the most impressive thing we have built is our workforce. And together, we will accomplish more than ever imagined. We are Plasman. And we are One Driving Force.

Plasman Global Headquarters at Burke Street Oldcastle, ON is immediately seeking a new member to join our team as:

Estimator

The Estimator is responsible to process quotes, log details, communicate changes, and manage all information pertinent to the function of Estimating. This position reports to the Director of Cost Estimating.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Inputs Customer RFQ into the quote tracking system.
• Communicates and reviews quote/no quote decision with appropriate sales management.
• Ensures completion of RFQ packages, distributes RFQ packages to division personnel and contacts APP Sales personnel if incomplete.
• Sets target dates and monitors target dates with Sales team.
• Supports manufacturing personnel with additional requested information for RFQ packages to ensure quote accuracy.
• Collects internal cost bases from the plants.
• Ensures all quotes from divisions are complete (ex. Feasibility studies, capacities, SQE signoffs, etc.).
• Delivers executive summary sheets (directly) for approval to Sales Management Team and at least one member of the Executive group.
• Distributes quote master sheet to Sales Department once approved by Sales and the Executive group.
• Notifies division personnel of quote acceptance/non-acceptance.
• Tracks all engineering changes to ensure Program Management is aware of the change.
• Maintains a database management system to include business not received and status of all current and past quotes including; piece price, engineering changes, dates of quotes, personnel involved in order to develop a full and complete history of each job.
• Ensures all quote files are maintained and up to date.
• Ensures all customer requirements, APP quote standards, and supplier quote standards are updated on an ongoing basis.
• Completes IRR, Variable Margin and Capital Requirements calculations for President & CEO.
• Supports Program Managers at the customer technical reviews meetings (when required).
• Assists with pricing issues for tooling and piece prices as requested.
• Helps support, maintain and utilize respective internal/customer portals.
• Submits customer responses for piece price and tooling costs in a timely fashion.
• Ensures quarterly exchange rate changes and the material costs are accurate and up to date for all production parts (Honda only).
• Interacts with respective customers on a regular basis.
• Prepares all paperwork for and attends GAP meetings as required (Honda only).
• Ensures quotes are turned around to customer within the customer provided timeline (Honda within 10 days/ General Motors within 3 days).
• Suggests and implements new systems to streamline and improve APP quoting processes.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/OR DESIGNATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a secondary school diploma or equivalent, with preference given to those who have completed a College/University level program in Engineering/Finance or a related area.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must have at least 3 to 5 years' experience as an Estimator quoting plastic component parts .
• Must have experience in Blue Print Reading and the comprehension of State of Requirements.
• Proven project management skills and proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word is a requirement.
• Experience in the following areas is considered an asset for this position: CAD, background in Tooling & Gauging and Paint & Assembly.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Analytical mindset with problem solving skills.
• Good communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Plasman is committed to offering a wide range of prospects to our employees, including competitive salaries, full-time permanent positions, benefits, company savings plans, recognition awards, hands-on training, upward mobility, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Plasman values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. We invest in our people and give them the tools they need to achieve success in their career.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or have any questions, please contact HR.

Thousands of innovative minds. One Driving Force.

Visit our website plasman.com to see our capabilities and the culture that creates our one team.