Estimating Specialist

Description:

Manufacturing Estimating Specialist – Join Our Winning Team!

Ready to take your career to the next level?

At The Gund Company, we’re more than just an electrical insulation manufacturer—we’re a team of passionate problem-solvers who love what we do! If you’re looking for a workplace where innovation meets collaboration, and where your ideas truly matter, this is the place for you.

Our Motto:
Take Care of Each Other. Take Care of the Customer. Take Care of the Business.

Position Details

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Location: Euless, Texas
• Salary: Starting at $64,000 per year

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of a fun, driven team that values growth and creativity.
• Enjoy employee ownership through our ESOP program—your success is our success!
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and a culture that celebrates continuous improvement.

Requirements:

What You’ll Do

As a Manufacturing Estimating Specialist, you’ll be the go-to expert for creating accurate, competitive cost estimates that help us win business and delight customers. You’ll work closely with engineering, production, and sales teams to:

• Analyze customer requirements, specs, and drawings.
• Develop and improve costing models and calculators for efficiency.
• Prepare detailed quotes using our advanced tools like Visual Estimating Window and PCM automated quoting module.
• Participate in Kaizen events and process improvement initiatives to keep us ahead of the game.
• Lead Gross Profit Review processes and collaborate on pricing strategies.
• Document best practices and mentor others in estimating excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5 years’ experience in custom manufacturing quoting processes.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, lookup tables, ODBC links).
• Ability to create clear documentation of manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, MS Office, and ISO quality environments.
• Bonus points for experience in low-volume, high-variety manufacturing, machining, or craftsmanship.
• Associate degree or relevant certifications preferred.

Perks & Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – You own part of the company!
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 50% employer match
• Competitive wages & safe work environment
• Career development through Individual Development Plans (IDP)

Ready to join a world-class team ranked high in employee engagement?
Apply today and let’s build something amazing together!

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.

Key Skills & Keywords

Cost Estimation • Manufacturing Processes • ERP Systems • Excel Expert • Process Improvement • Kaizen • Lean Manufacturing • Quoting • Pricing Strategy • Continuous Improvement • ISO Standards • Engineering Collaboration