Manufacturing Cost Estimator
1 day ago
The Manufacturing Cost Estimator plays a crucial role in collecting and analyzing data to estimate the time, money, resources, and labor required for product manufacturing. This role supports customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders by working closely with production, engineering, sales, and purchasing to develop accurate manufacturing cost estimates that align with HGC's processes and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the costing process, ensuring estimates align with customer requirements and project timelines.
- Develop accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, outside processing, and production lead time based on customer prints and product development activities such as APQP, DFMEA, and PFMEA to support cost-effective designs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams to gather necessary information for part costing and drive successful quoting and project execution.
- Coordinate product planning and launch activities for newly awarded business opportunities.
- Manage the procurement of materials, tooling, and services in line with project needs.
- Coordinate with the supply chain team and external vendors to secure raw materials and outside services.
- Provide timely feedback and reports to stakeholders on the status and progress of ongoing quotes and projects.
- Monitor the status of submitted quotes (won, lost, pending) and ensure continuous improvement in the cost estimation process by analyzing outcomes and integrating lessons learned.
- Support operations by identifying and implementing process improvements on the shop floor, including tool design and cycle time optimization.
- Update costing models based on process, materials, or production method changes.
- Analyze historical data and production trends to improve costing accuracy and support cost-reduction initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in BSME, BSMET, BSIE, or equivalent degree in an engineering discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience with cost estimating or 4-6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
- 3+ years of manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD a plus.
- Prior experience in the automotive industry a plus.
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