Manufacturing Estimator (plastic injection molding)

Description: Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. BASIC PURPOSE: Create detailed cost estimates for the creation of customer quotations for injection mold tooling, injection molded products, and value added assemblies. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Estimating & Quoting o Prepare detailed cost estimates for injection molded parts, including: Tooling (new molds, modifications, transfers) Piece-part pricing Secondary operations (assembly, pad printing, ultrasonic welding, etc.) o Analyze customer RFQs, drawings, CAD models, and specifications o Develop pricing based on material costs, cycle time, press size, labor, overhead, and margin targets o Support quick-turn and formal quote requests Engineering & Technical Analysis o Review part designs for manufacturability (DFM) o Estimate mold complexity, cavitation, hot runner vs. cold runner, and tooling lead times o Recommend process assumptions, material alternatives, and cost-reduction opportunities o Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal mold design teams Cross-Functional Collaboration o Work with sales to clarify customer requirements and pricing strategy o Coordinate with manufacturing, tooling, and supply chain teams to validate assumptions o Support customer technical discussions as needed Cost Management & Data Accuracy o Maintain estimating models, cost databases, and historical pricing o Track quote accuracy and provide post-launch cost feedback o Assist with cost-down initiatives and re-quotes for production programs Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS: Required 3+ years of experience in injection molding estimating, process engineering, xywuqvp or manufacturing engineering Strong understanding of injection molding processes, materials, and tooling Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models Proficiency with Excel and estimating or ERP systems Strong analytical and communication skills Preferred Experience estimating multi-cavity, hot runner, or high-volume production tools Familiarity with automotive, medical, consumer, or industrial molded products Experience working with domestic and offshore tooling suppliers Background in mold design, processing, or project management