Estimator

My Client in Leighton Buzzard is looking for a CNC/ Estimator.
This would suit an experienced estimator, or previously experienced CNC machinist, who is looking for a new challenge in an office environment who apply their excellent IT skills and experience into a customer focused role.
Responsibilities
* Receive, review and reply to Customer RFQ’s and their engineering drawings.
* Create timely and accurate estimates and quotations from customer enquiries which meet customer expectations and service standards.
* Processing customer enquiries through our quotation process.
* Liaising with customers over the phone and via email, regarding technical and non-technical questions, providing a client-centric service.
* Producing quotations to deadlines – estimating all machining, materials, and inspection times for in-house elements and incorporate externally sourced elements such as sub-contract when applicable.
* Understand and identify machining methods of manufacture and select accurate cycle times (CNC Turning & Boring experience a distinct advantage)
* Reading and interpreting Engineering Drawings and creating accurate process plans.
* Liaise with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
* Source supplier / subcontractor quotations, developing new and existing supplier relationships.
Experience Required
* Extensive experience within precision engineering is required with extensive knowledge of machine capabilities / machining practices.
* Ability to read and translate technical drawings is essential.
* Accuracy and attention to detail is key to success.
* Computer literacy is essential.
* An excellent working knowledge of the mechanical engineering
* Excellent interpersonal, communicative, listening, and negotiation skills.
* A pride in your work and a keen interest in the company’s resulting performance.
* Commitment and drive to enhance the performance of the business.
* Ability to use own initiative as well as working effectively as part of a team.
* Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
* Resilience when working to fixed deadlines.
Package and Benefits:
* The position is full-time and permanent.
* The hours are:
Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 2.30pm but extra hours may be required if required to fulfil your duties.
* Holidays are 20 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Bonus holiday over the Christmas Period for full shutdown
* Government Pension Scheme
* Health Care Scheme
* Excellent working conditions
* Free Onsite Parking
This Role is paying from £35,000 - £45,000
If you are interested in this role please apply using an up to date CV