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Actalent Tooling Cost Estimator in Allen Park, Michigan
Description:
A tooling cost estimator plays a crucial role in manufacturing and engineering processes. Let me provide you with a brief job description for this role:
Responsibilities:
o Reading Blueprints and Technical Documents: Tooling cost estimators review blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to understand the requirements of a project.
o Identifying Cost Factors: They identify various cost factors, such as materials, labor, and overhead expenses.
o Calculating Estimates: Using their knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry standards, they calculate cost estimates for tooling and fixtures.
o Collaborating with Contractors: Tooling cost estimators work closely with contractors, engineers, and programmers to ensure accurate estimates.
o Recommendations for Cost Reduction: They recommend methods to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Skills and Qualifications: 3+ Years of Experience
o Analytical Skills: Tooling cost estimators need strong analytical skills to assess cost factors accurately.
o Technical Knowledge: Understanding manufacturing processes, materials, and tooling is essential.
o Attention to Detail: Precise calculations are crucial for accurate estimates.
o Communication Skills: Effective communication with team members and contractors is necessary.
o Problem-Solving Abilities: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and proposing solutions.
o Experience: Prior experience in cost estimation is preferred.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.