Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Let Nesco Resource assist you. We have a long-standing client who is seeking to direct hire an Estimator in the Oberlin area. This is an amazing opportunity to work with a company that treats you like family.
Job title: Estimator
Location: Oberlin, OH
Shift: 1st
Salary: $60,000 to $70,000 a year based on experience
Direct Hire Opportunity for the right candidate
Job Description:
- Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for new and recurring projects.
- Analyze blueprints, CAD models, and technical specifications to determine cost factors.
- Calculate material costs, labor hours, and machine time required for manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with sales, engineering, purchasing, and production teams to ensure estimate accuracy and feasibility.
- Update estimates to reflect cost changes, project modifications, and new production methods.
- Provide timely and well-documented estimates to support customer quotes and internal decision-making.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality assurance, operations, technical sales, or data analysis.
- Technical education (certificate or degree) in engineering, manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
- Prior estimating experience is helpful but not required; training is available for candidates with relevant technical backgrounds.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for cost evaluation.
- Excellent organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and technical drawings.
- Effective communication skills for both internal collaboration and external customer interactions.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, fabrication, assembly, and quality control, with applications in industrial products.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with ERP/MRP systems is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.
Company Benefits include:
- Clean and safe work environment
- Family oriented environment that supports work life balance
- Employee BBQ's and company events
- Employee Appreciation Day
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 1 Paid Floating Holiday
- Min. 2 weeks of annual PTO
- 401(k) plan eligibility on day 1
- Semiannual check in with leadership on performance and career development
- Company paid STD, Life Insurance, and AD&D
- Quarterly company meetings with leadership
- Annual boot stipend
- Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
- Low Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance costs
- Flexible spending account
- Free uniforms and cleaning (not mandatory)
- Discounts with partner vendors
- Benefits with 2 EAP programs
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.