Company Overview
Joining TradeNet Publishing’s family means representing an award-winning manufacturing and printing company in the Promotional Products and Wholesale Printing industry. For over 25 years, TradeNet has offered our customers premium-quality printing backed by superior service. While other printers are closing their doors we are enjoying success and expanding.
We are passionate about building our team and welcome energetic, dynamic and professional individuals who share in our commitment to excellence. Due to our continued success and dedication to our employees, TradeNet offers competitive compensation, excellent training and an extensive benefits package.
Job Description
TradeNet Publishing is currently seeking a Print Estimator to join our growing team.
The primary responsibility of the Print Estimator is to develop cost estimates on routine and complex jobs as required by customer’s request, to assist Sales/Purchasing/Management in the custom manufacturing of our clients print work. The ideal individual will be an integral part of the unit’s workflow, has an awareness of unrelated activities, and must be able to interact and successfully complete projects with/through senior managers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Analyze documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
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Engineer the best production plan for a project.
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Evaluate all methods available for producing a job and provides quotes based on the most economical method.
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Plan jobs using a variety of substrates and printing methods
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Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes.
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Perform job cost analysis.
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Develop knowledge of materials available and recommends cost saving opportunities.
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Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
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Consult with sales, vendors, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
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Must evaluate individual responsibilities and use initiative and resourcefulness to develop new methods, criteria or propose new policies.
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Maintain estimating standard procedures.
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Assure quality standards are met before delivering a quote.
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Utilize estimating software to provide quotes to Customer Service Representatives.
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Consult with the appropriate department managers to determine production capabilities and optimal production process.
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Advise and provide direction and support to employees trying to determine specifications on a project.
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Work to minimize TradeNet’s exposure and risk on projects.
Job Requirements
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Bachelors or Associates Degree in related field or equivalent work experience.
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Minimum 5-7 years in the printing/packaging industry.
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Strong math, computer, and analytical skills.
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Ability to work well under tight deadlines for projects of various size and scope.
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Positive “can do” customer focus and attitude.
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Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all printing processes, paper, ink, computer operation and purchasing.
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Complete ability to calculate the quality of paper, ink, plates and the time required to complete each job.
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Experience using several different substrates and printing processes.
TradeNet Publishing is a great place for personal growth! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge where you can increase your knowledge, offer significant contributions vital to the success of the business, while increasing and enhancing customer satisfaction, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! TradeNet is ideal for self-motivated individuals with a positive attitude, highly adaptable to various situations, good problem solving skills and a strong ability to multi-task and prioritize with an innate sense of urgency.
Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in TradeNet Publishing!
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