Associate Estimator

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: New business sales/new customer development Establish project scope obtaining information from customer on RFQ Preparing all related information prior to executing quoting activity Engineering related quotes and pricing updates Vendor pricing and lead times at time of RFQ     KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Read prints, technical documents, and 3D CAD files to prepare estimates Gathering information related to the RFQ; Scope of project Estimating/quoting new tooling and production opportunities Support Program Management and Sales Team to identify key growth opportunities. Follow-up on new/existing business development/opportunities and interact with customers. Collect and analyze data against labor, materials, and time for profitability and accuracy. Work with Sales and Management tracking competitive trends and competition offerings. Setup processes: New Job Setup Track incoming and outgoing quotes, updates, reports, and working within CRM     QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS: Demonstrates Seaway Plastics Core Values We are customer focused We execute We win together We are respectful Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels in the organization.  Strong Customer relationship management skills. Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft office suite. Knowledge of CAD viewing software’s and programs a plus Follow engineering department; infrastructure, procedures and policies including the use and utilization of proper company forms. Well organized and goal orientated Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).  Knowledge of operations, including scheduling, procurement, and quality systems Effectively express and/or follows up on all opportunities. Accomplishes strategic objectives by managing and maintaining multiple project activities Understands and supports Seaway Plastics Engineering Growth Strategies and goals Pursuing advanced learning within manufacturing; Ex. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Experience in Plastics Injection Molding manufacturing environment a plus Competitive spirit, but plays within the rules. Travel +/- 5%