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Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Cost Estimator!

Company: Velocity Machining & Welding Inc

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Job Category: Manufacturing

Salary: $30.00 to $35.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for manufacturing and cost estimation? Velocity Machining & Welding Inc is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Cost Estimator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in overseeing production, developing manufacturing procedures, and preparing accurate cost estimates for various projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee production and set machine or equipment controls.
• Develop computer applications for machines and processes.
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications, and reports.
• Utilize quantity take-off procedures and set up cost monitoring systems.
• Provide economic feasibility studies and preliminary estimates for proposed projects.
• Prepare estimates for general expenses and overheads.
• Monitor and adjust contract expenditures.
• Liaise with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on cost estimates.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine work requirements.

Requirements

• Education: College, CEGEP, or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 to 2 years.
• Experience: 5 years or more in a related field.
• Language: English
• Work Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Technical Skills

• Proficient in file management software, ERP software, and CAD systems including AutoCAD.
• Experience with computer numerical control (CNC) machines.
• Familiarity with estimating, scheduling, and take-off packages.

Work Environment

This role is set in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are essential. You will be expected to manage tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Personal Suitability

• Client-focused with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Flexible, organized, and a proactive team player.
• Values ethics and demonstrates initiative.

Benefits

At Velocity Machining & Welding Inc, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Benefits: Dental plan, health care plan, vision care benefits, paramedical services coverage, and disability benefits.
• Financial Benefits: Pension plan and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
• Other Benefits: Free parking and additional perks.

Transportation

Public transportation is available, making it easy to commute to our Dartmouth location.

Screening Questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values innovation and teamwork, we encourage you to apply!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.