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Cost Estimator-March 2024
Lewiston
Mar 28, 2026
About Cost Estimator

  POSITION SUMMARY:

  The Cost Estimating position is integral to the success of Elmet Technologies. The person in this position is responsible for calculating in-house costs with a focus toward machined and/or fabricated parts made from the Tungsten & Molybdenum materials manufactured by Elmet Technologies.

  JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Analyze project specifications, blueprints, and other documents to understand the scope and product requirements of each project.

  Obtain material pricing and organize the labor & overhead costs necessary to create a new product price used by the sales department to quote business.

  Use detailed spreadsheets and company approved formulas to calculate the projected cost of proposed projects.

  Determine the tooling & fixturing needed to produce the parts per customer drawings.

  Collaborate with customers, engineering, field sales and new product development to thoroughly understand the customer requirements for requested quotations.

  Work with Purchasing to evaluate suppliers and obtain quotes for third party services and materials.

  Partner with Engineering and Production to validate cost estimates for both new items and to confirm original estimates for repeat orders.

  Maintain costs in Elmet’s ERP system by entering new part numbers and associated bills of material and routings.

  Stay updated on market trends and raw material pricing fluctuations to ensure competitiveness and profitability.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  4-year technical degree or equivalent costing experience.

  Costing experience required, preferably in manufacturing or a machine shop environment.

  Knowledge of CAD programs and estimating software a plus.

  Critical thinking and solid decision-making skills are required.

  Must be organized, able to juggle multiple tasks and provide estimates in a timely manner.

  Detail orientation is critical!

  The ability to read and interpret project plans, specifications and technical drawings is a must.

  Mid-level math skills including basic Algebra.

  Comfort with spreadsheets and intermediate Excel required.

  Familiarity with ERP systems such as Global shop a plus.

  Ability to create and deliver presentations to groups including those at higher levels.

  WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  Typical office demands.

  Routinely communicates face-to-face, via telephone and by computer.

  Must be able to stand for a half hour and walk up to a quarter of a mile.

  Able to see and hear.  Vision correctible to 20/40 or better.

  Must have finger dexterity to handle paperwork, computers, and phones.

  JOB TYPE:   Full Time

  PAY:   Salary Exempt

  BENEFITS:   Start DAY ONE of Employment

  401(k)/ROTH 401k with generous company match

  Health Insurance

  Dental Insurance

  Vision Insurance

  STD, LTD Insurance

  Critical Illness

  3 Weeks’ Vacation per year

  10 Paid Holidays

  YMCA Discounted membership

  Established in 1929, Elmet is a global manufacturer of high-performance metals and metal products.  Our world-class facility produces mill, machined, and fabricated products to our customers’ most exacting specifications from Elmet-manufactured refractory metals. Elmet services the high-temperature furnace, semiconductor, medical imaging, medical device, aerospace, defense, and other markets. Elmet is ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified. For more information about Elmet, please visit us online at www.elmettechnologies.com.

  VETERAN/DISABLED

  Elmet Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, familial status, domestic violence status, or any other status protected by law. 

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