North Vernon, Indiana, United States · On-site
$60k–$80k/yr
Job DetailsJob Location: North Vernon - North Vernon, IN 47265Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category…
Skills: Technical Estimating, 3D Data Analysis, Cost Estimation, Mold Design, Financial Management
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Responsible for producing accurate and competitive quotes for plastic injection molds and cast dies by analyzing 3D data and specifications. Coordinates with purchasing, vendors, and customers to resolve issues and formulate cost-effective estimates.
Requires a high school diploma and either a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or 3 years of relevant on-the-job experience. Preferred candidates have a strong background in mold design, tool steels, and plastic resins.
Job DetailsJob Location: North Vernon - North Vernon, IN 47265Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Not SpecifiedSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: EngineeringTechnical Estimating
JOB DESCRIPTION (Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations)
Summary/Objective
This position is responsible for producing competitive and accurate quotes for the construction of plastic injection molds, Cast Dies, etc;
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Analyze 3D data, mold specifications, proposals for quote, and other documentation to prepare time, cost and labor estimates for products.
Review data to determine material requirements and prepare itemized lists.
Calculate cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
Work with Purchasing on selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
Communicate with customers, vendors, sales team, and project managers, designers to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues during ongoing negotiations.
Competencies
Financial Management.
Communication Proficiency.
Performance Management.
Problem Solving/Analysis.
Strategic Thinking.
Technical Capacity.
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
This is a full time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel
Typically no travel requirements could require travel to customers for meetings.
High School Diploma.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or 3 years on the job experience
Within a year of graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
3 Years as an Estimator.
Experience in mold building processes.
Strong mold design background.
Strong knowledge of modern tool steels and plastic resins.
Experience with prototype mold construction.
Knowledge on 3D software capability.
Capable of navigating design software to view and measure models during quoting process.
Knowledge of injection molding processes.
Capable of managing customer in high pressure situations.
Qualifications
Great Expectations, Greater Results
Since 1966, Decatur Mold Tool & Engineering has been manufacturing and servicing plastic injection molds for molders in all segments of the Plastics Industry. Products and services include: - Tool Design utilizing 3D CAD software - New production mold manufacturing (domestic, hybrid, China) - Mold servicing (repairs, maintenance, engineering changes) - Prototype molds - Sample and production part runs in our press room with molding machines from 72-946Ton - ITAR Certified - Import logistics with a Foreign Trade Zone - Fleet of bonded trucks to pick up and deliver molds - Contract molding and machining Markets served: - Automotive - Appliance - Custom Molders - Medical - Consumer - Industrial - Packaging - Electronics - Military
Offices: 3330 N. State Road 7, North Vernon, Indiana 47265, US
Great Expectations, Greater Results
Since 1966, Decatur Mold Tool & Engineering has been manufacturing and servicing plastic injection molds for molders in all segments of the Plastics Industry. Products and services include: - Tool Design utilizing 3D CAD software - New production mold manufacturing (domestic, hybrid, China) - Mold servicing (repairs, maintenance, engineering changes) - Prototype molds - Sample and production part runs in our press room with molding machines from 72-946Ton - ITAR Certified - Import logistics with a Foreign Trade Zone - Fleet of bonded trucks to pick up and deliver molds - Contract molding and machining Markets served: - Automotive - Appliance - Custom Molders - Medical - Consumer - Industrial - Packaging - Electronics - Military
Offices: 3330 N. State Road 7, North Vernon, Indiana 47265, US
