Estimator / Production Scheduler

Estimator / Production Scheduler

Perm role, £40k+ DOE, Mon to Thurs

WETHERBY

Are you looking for a role with a difference and you come from a Precision Engineering/Machining background? Then I might have the role for you! I am looking for an Estimator/Production Scheduler for an Engineering client, based in Wetherby.

This is a mixed role, working alongside both the Estimating team and the Production team, however, will only suit those that have worked within the Engineering/Machining sector. Day to day tasks for this role will include:

Estimator:

-Prepare quotations and tender bids for complex Machined parts

-Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and client enquiries

-Provide accurate pricing and lead-time information to customers, covering labour and materials

-Work closely with the Engineering/Production team and external supply chain providers to understand any technical challenges, capacity, lead times and material availability

-Maintaining accurate records and filing all correspondence as appropriate

Production Scheduler:

-Ensure that all incoming production requests are acknowledged promptly and processed into the production schedule

-Ensure that all relevant drawings, BOMs, and other required worksheets are printed for the production departments

-Produce procurement requirements for the buying department

-Create and update weekly labour and capacity plans, presenting weekly to management teams

-Working with 3rd Party Transport companies to plan transport and deliveries to customers

-Deal with availability issues that might impact on schedule and identify options and solutions

-Main point of contact for staff to chase up on missing parts or quality issues

-Attend project/production meetings and communicate instructions

To be considered for the role, the key requirements you need are:

-Must come from an Engineering and/or Machining background

-Good understanding of CNC Machining, materials and manufacturing processes

-Estimating experience is essential

-Planning/Scheduling knowledge and experience within the Manufacturing or Engineering Industry would be beneficial

-Ability to work with multiple customers simultaneously

-Excellent attention to detail and good problem-solving skills

-Able to think on your feet/quickly under pressure

-Possess strong drive and energy

-Good communication and client-facing skills

-Must possess excellent IT skills and be proficient in MS Office

The core working hours for this role are 37hrs per week, 7.30am-5.15pm from Monday to Thursday. However, there will be flexibility required with some Friday s required to be worked when busy. The starting salary for the role is experience dependant and negotiable, so £40k+. This role is advertised as Permanent from day one.

If you are interested in this role please either apply within, or send your CV directly to (url removed)

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