Job Description

We are currently recruiting an Estimator based at our Pontypool offices. Due to our business's growth this position is to assist the sales, production and purchasing departments.

The successful estimator will have had previous experience within the print industry, and will be able to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

Estimating accurate production costs
Liaising with internal departments, from material procurement, repro studio, press hall, bindery, despatch and warehouse.
Preparing estimates for Customers and Sales Staff
Verify layout with each department for production and cost efficiency
Analyse and determine quantity and cost of all raw materials used for each individual estimate.
Assess spoilage/waste of all raw materials, machine make ready time, run speeds, run time, hand work if applied, for all manufacturing processes
Obtaining sub-contractor estimates for any external finishing Reviewing prices on a regular basis to ensure that they are kept in-line with paper prices

Offering advice to the customers, and sales team to the best end results. Working on tenders to which have a strict deadlines

Always working closely with the team, to ensure the customer receives the best price,

Experience Required

*Knowledge of litho print process

Good mathematical ability, including good understanding of measurements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Must be able to understand customer's and company specifications and explain technical procedures clearly to others
Takes initiative and ownership of projects and tasks
Excellent organisational skills including follow-up and accountability Ability to problem solve, think clearly and logically

The Ability to use Tharstern MIS is a bonus.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 24,420.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person