Cost Estimator

Penn United is now recruiting for a detail-oriented candidate to provide timely quotes of optimum price and delivery according to customer drawings and specifications and to serve as a catalyst for the economic growth of the company.  In this role, you will provide quoting services for our Tooling department.  We offer an exceptional work environment, benefits and the ability to continue to grow professionally in a career within our employee-owned company.  

About Us:

Penn United, a leading advanced contract manufacturer since 1971, provides the highest quality precision manufactured solutions for our customers’ complex needs. Our broad range of manufacturing services support a variety of industries including defense and aerospace, medical, connectivity, energy, fluid handling, and precision components for consumer goods. Through our diverse range of capabilities which includes Engineering, Precision Machining/Grinding, Stamping, Carbide Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, Plastic Injection Molding and more, our work plays a vital role in products used around the world every day. Penn United Technologies currently employs over 650 people in our employee-owned precision manufacturing company, located about 35 miles northeast of Pittsburgh in Butler County.  

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate requests, provide quotes for customers, and keep and maintain quotation records in an organized manner
• Enter quotation data into computer database using Visual Mfg. and/or quote work sheet (Excel)
• Maintain accuracy on computer of quotation data
• Research job history to estimate resource hours, pricing, etc… and to ensure accurate and concise quotes
• Meet with tooling manufacturing personnel, managers and team leaders to keep abreast of current PUT capabilities and procedures
• Research and obtain quotes from vendors needed to supply materials and services
• Determine lead time needed
•  Strive for 99% error free and on time delivery of quotes
• Build relationships with and serve customers
• Respond promptly to calls and inquires from customers
• Verify original information, deviations and changes in orders with customers
• Discuss quotes with customers via telephone or in-house meetings
• Clarify warranty, payment terms, inspection, and service issues with customers

Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience required.  Prior experience in tool & die and/or stamping strongly preferred
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Proven ability to interpret blueprints, product specifications and design data
• Able to communicate and persuade effectively in writing (quotations) and in person
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (intermediate level)
• Strong project and time management skills; able to plan and prioritize quotation activities; able to be flexible
• Able to insure accuracy and soundness of quotes
• Able to track large amounts of numbers and details
• Able to complete assignments and achieve planned results on time
• Strong understanding of general and specific customer requirements
• Objective, honest and straightforward in all dealings
• Timely, accurate and strong decision maker on quotations
• Sound business judgment, cost conscious and open to receiving advice and feedback
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required

Compensation and Benefits:  We offer an outstanding array of employee benefits that reflect our commitment to the health and financial well-being of our employee-owners, including:   

• COMPETITIVE STARTING WAGE WITH THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TWO PAY INCREASES IN THE FIRST YEAR  
   
• HEALTH BENEFITS
  • Medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance that starts the first day
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Hearing Aid Coverage

• RETIREMENT
  • ESOP : 5% Company paid contribution to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • 401K:  3% Company paid contribution
  • 401K: 50% Company paid match up to the first 6% you contribute
     
• MONTHLY PROFIT-SHARING PROGRAM
   
• WORK / LIFE BALANCE - Paid Time Away from Work
  • 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO) your first year
  • 9 Paid Holidays

• OTHER INSURANCE COVERAGE
  • Group Term Life
  • Short Term Disability (after 90 days)
  • Long Term Disability (after 6 months)
  • Voluntary Benefit package
• ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
  • On-site cafeteria
  • Temperature controlled buildings
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Equipment (PPE) Reimbursement
  • Years of Service Recognition Awards

Equal Opportunity Employer/ /Veterans /Disability