Careers At Nitro Cutting

Estimator

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. The Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and timely estimates for metal fabrication parts and assemblies in response to customer requests for quotation (RFQs).

This position plays an important role in supporting our sales and financial objectives by developing competitive, accurate estimates and coordinating awarded projects through completion. The Estimator will work closely with customers, vendors, production, and other internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to or above customer expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Analyze blueprints, drawings, specifications, and other documentation to prepare estimates for equipment time, materials, labor, and overall project costs.

· Prepare timely and accurate quotes in response to customer RFQs.

· Evaluate the cost-effectiveness of equipment, materials, and manufacturing processes.

· Track actual project costs against estimates and bids to help improve future estimating accuracy.

· Consult with customers, vendors, and internal departments to develop estimates, clarify requirements, and resolve issues.

· Work with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors regarding changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

· Prepare estimates and cost information to assist in the selection of vendors and subcontractors.

· Review material and labor requirements and determine whether components should be manufactured internally or purchased from outside suppliers.

· Follow awarded jobs from the estimating stage through invoicing to help ensure projects are completed and shipped on schedule.

· Develop and maintain a current directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date estimating and production documentation, including quote logs, job schedules, and job traveler forms.

· Communicate with customers regarding material availability and coordinate pickup or delivery.

· Arrange customer deliveries through internal transportation resources as needed.

· Prepare and/or coordinate required shipping documentation, including packing slips and bills of lading.

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

 

The ideal candidate is someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills are important, as this position regularly interacts with customers, vendors, subcontractors, engineers, and internal teams.

 

Preferred Qualifications

· Previous estimating experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, welding, machining, or a related industry.

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.

· Strong understanding of labor, material, equipment, and production costs.

· Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to prioritize multiple RFQs and projects while meeting deadlines.

· Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating/accounting software.

· Ability to work effectively with customers, vendors, production teams, and other departments.

 

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to play a key role in the success of a growing manufacturing operation. You will have the opportunity to work directly with customers and internal teams while helping drive profitable projects from the initial quote through completion.

If you have a strong background in metal fabrication estimating and enjoy solving problems, analyzing costs, and helping projects succeed, we’d love to hear from you!

 

Nitro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Viocity.

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Machine Operator

The Machine Operator will program and operate tables for cutting sheet metal shapes for fabrication of stainless-steel sheet metal structures with high efficiency and minimal waste while supporting the achievement of established operating objectives.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for material handling raw material to be cut on the machine.

2. Must be able to read blueprints.

3. Operates overhead cranes, following safety guidelines.

4. Responsibility to spot check parts being cut on the table to meet customer’s requirements.

5. Required to complete all paperwork relating to job functions.

6. Examines workpieces for defects to ensure conformance with specifications.

7. Operates company vehicles/equipment in a safe and courteous manner and properly always parks and secures vehicles.

8. Obeys traffic laws and follows established traffic and transportation procedures.

9. Detects faulty operation of equipment and/or defective materials and notify supervisors.

10. Operates safety equipment and use safe work habits.

11. Participates in all company training.

12. Follows all company policies, procedures, and safety rules. Conduct self always in a professional, ethical and courteous manner as a representative of the company.

 

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience

· Three to five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Experience with Trumpf machines – Preferred.

 

Language Skills

· Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.

· Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

 

Mathematical Skills

· Basic shop math.

· Able to read tape measure.

 

Reasoning Ability

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

· Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

 

Computer Skills

· Basic computer knowledge as required to fulfill requirements of position.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

· Current Driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation.

· Tow Motor Certification.

 

Classification:

· This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.

Physical Demands 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.

· Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb to heights as necessary, balance, enter and exit vehicle, enter, and move about job sites and facilities, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear.

· Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Employees must request assistance and use appropriate equipment when necessary.

· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.

 

Work Environment 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.

· Frequently exposed to moving equipment, electricity, fumes, dust, hot and cold inside and outside weather conditions, enters and exits vehicle and enters and moves about job sites and facilities.

· Noise level in the work environment may be moderate to loud at times.

 

Nitro Cutting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Viocity Human Resources.

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