Job Summary:

The Production Cost Estimator will gather and analyze financial data to estimate and allocate costs for a current or proposed product.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets and collaborates with clients, engineers, and other staff to understand the products being developed.
• Reviews and analyzes existing and proposed processes, staff, and materials; identifies cost-reduction opportunities.
• Determines needs for additional staff, machinery, materials, and other resources.
• Estimates costs of new equipment or capital investment necessary for production.
• Drafts cost estimates for projects based on data analysis and research; distributes reports to engineers, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Prepares reports forecasting production scenarios; makes recommendations based on findings.
• Identifies the pricing structure required for products to sell at profit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of cost accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the a bility to create forecasts based on financial data.
• Proficient with accounting software and cost software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• Two years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.