US Farathane is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Estimator to join our team at our Corporate Tech Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting new business opportunities and engineering changes by developing accurate, competitive cost estimates and customer quotations within the plastic injection molding industry.
If you enjoy analyzing technical drawings, understanding manufacturing processes, and translating complex requirements into smart, cost-effective solutions, we invite you to explore this opportunity!
Position Summary
The Cost Estimator is responsible for preparing and processing new business quotations, engineering change quotations, and cost returns under the direction of the Cost Development Manager. This role works cross-functionally to evaluate manufacturing requirements, develop cost models, and support strategic pricing and investment decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop Competitive Cost Estimates: Analyze customer drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation to determine manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, materials, labor, and capital investments for new business and engineering changes.
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- Collaborate Across Teams: Prepare internal and external requests for supporting cost information and work with relevant stakeholders to ensure accurate and complete quotations.
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- Support Business Decisions: Utilize cost estimating models to develop pricing proposals and investment requirements for review and approval by Senior Management.
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- Prepare Customer Quotations: Process and present approved pricing in accordance with customer-specific formats and requirements.
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- Maintain Accurate Records: Create, organize, and maintain quotation records, supporting documentation, and electronic files to ensure accuracy and traceability.
What We're Looking For
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and evaluate product data using PC-based viewing software to determine efficient manufacturing processes and tooling designs.
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- Understanding of plastic injection molding processes, component assemblies, mold construction, and associated manufacturing costs.
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- Familiarity with automotive OEM quotation forms, cost standards, and customer-specific requirements.
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- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows applications, including Outlook and Excel.
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- Working knowledge of CAD viewing software.
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- Strong mathematical, analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
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- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize competing demands, and meet critical deadlines.
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- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, continuous-improvement environment.
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- Completion of, or progress toward, a degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
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- Experience in cost estimation, manufacturing, cost calculation, or a related discipline.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear. Ability to lift 5-10 pounds.
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These conditions include:
This position operates in a professional office environment with controlled temperatures.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Will have some exposure to loud noise, hot and cold temperatures in manufacturing plants.
Compensation & Benefits
US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid holidays and PTO
Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!
About US Farathane
US Farathane has been a leading provider of plastics manufacturing solutions to the automotive industry for over 50 years. Through advanced research and development, a highly skilled management team, and dedicated associates, we continue to grow and deliver innovative solutions.
We offer a full range of capabilities—from black-box design and advanced composites to TPE, TPO, extrusion, and compression technologies—providing our customers with comprehensive, end-to-end support.
Additional Information
Interested candidates must submit their resume through our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
Unsolicited resumes from agencies will not be accepted and will become the property of US Farathane.
US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled individuals and veterans.
Apply today and be part of driving our continued success at US Farathane.
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