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 Fridays 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 thomas.knapton@irweb.co.uk
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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 Fridays 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 thomas.knapton@irweb.co.uk
INDLEE
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