Commercial Print Estimator
Job Description Job Description The Standard Group a premier print management and marketing logistics company seeks a professional Print Production Estimator in our Print and Technology Center located in Lititz, PA. TSG offers digital and offset printing, mailing, fulfillment, warehousing, distribution, and kitting services. The primary function of the Printing Estimator is to plan the most efficient and cost effective method of manufacturing jobs, according to customer specifications, ultimately generating an estimated price that will be competitive within the industry. The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in estimating multi-color sheet-fed and digital print, finishing, mailing, and fulfillment services. We are looking for a professional estimator with strong analytical skills, who are highly efficient, detailed oriented, and able to prioritize to meet deadlines. This position does require a background check. Responsibilities Analyzes all job specifications from design through packing and delivery to assure that all required information needed to calculate cost is present. Contacts sales or customers directly for additional specs or clarification to complete RFQs within the requested time frame. Reviews job specifications with department managers to ensure the most efficient production method if required. Determines the best production efficiencies that will lower cost, achieve better suitability to end use, and adds production steps necessary to achieve desired quality level. States all assumptions (such as customer-supplied art or paper) in writing as part of the estimate. Accurately enters job specs into the computer to calculate material and labor costs. Generates Proposal Letter, and saves to Sales Rep’s quote folder. Emails proposal to sales/customer as requested. Completes projects or RFQs on time, using intuitive skills to make decisions and/or takes initiatives to ensure RFQ deadlines are met. Calculates total costs for actual and proposed printing jobs, including alternate quantities and production methods as requested by sales/customers. Does not establish selling price. Contacts and provides vendors and/or outside service providers with all necessary specifications required to obtain prices. Informs sales/customer of any delivery time, price or minimum order problems with specified paper, outside services, and delivery services. Processes revisions as required at customers request. Skills and Knowledge Associate’s Degree or two to four years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously. Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy, and a clear, courteous, and professional manner when dealing with internal and external customers. Strong working knowledge of Windows OS, MS Office. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas or findings verbally, written and report formats. Ability to manage shifting priorities on multiple projects while maintaining the quality of work. Demonstrated ability to calculate and compute numbers; analyze and solve problems on a daily basis. Mental and Physical Requirements: The Estimator must be able to perform the following job related functions: hear and speak effectively in order to communicate with customers and employees; read both handwritten and typed notes; reports and enter data into computer; bend, reach, and stretch for files that are needed to perform the job; work under conditions caused by deadlines and customer requirements; analyze and make decisions necessary to perform the job; sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk; and be able to lift 25 pounds (file boxes and computer paper). Employee must be able to satisfy Knowledge and Skill Requirements and satisfactorily fulfill the responsibilities of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation (as defined in the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990). TSG offers a salary commensurate with experience and a competitive benefit that includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and 401k. Company Description The Standard Group is an employee-owned company(ESOP) that offers premier print management and marketing logistics company located in Lancaster County, PA. We simplify the art of communication for our customers by understanding their business and delivering the right message to the marketplace. We partner with our customers to streamline and automate processes, facilitate ordering, improve quality, manage inventory and reduce obsolescence. And by leveraging innovative technologies, we execute multi-channel communication strategies to reach an audience, drive engagement, increase revenue, reduce cost and raise compliance. Our award-winning works with digital and print communication, personalized messaging, online ordering, 1:1 marketing technologies, and marketing automation serve a unique and varied client base ranging from small non-profit organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We specialize in: Commercial Print & Packaging Medical Printing Marketing Management and Automation Personalized Communication & Variable Data Promotional Products Warehousing & Fulfillment Direct Mail In addition to offering both exceptional print services and newer cross-media technologies, we embrace modern lean manufacturing practices and are committed to environmental sustainability as evidenced by our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. Our organization is a certified G7 Master Printer by IDEAlliance, an indication of our commitment to color fidelity, brand control, and the highest quality delivery of printed materials. The Standard Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Company Description The Standard Group is an employee-owned company(ESOP) that offers premier print management and marketing logistics company located in Lancaster County, PA. We simplify the art of communication for our customers by understanding their business and delivering the right message to the marketplace. We partner with our customers to streamline and automate processes, facilitate ordering, improve quality, manage inventory and reduce obsolescence. And by leveraging innovative technologies, we execute multi-channel communication strategies to reach an audience, drive engagement, increase revenue, reduce cost and raise compliance. Our award-winning works with digital and print communication, personalized messaging, online ordering, 1:1 marketing technologies, and marketing automation serve a unique and varied client base ranging from small non-profit organizations to large Fortune 500 companies. We specialize in: Commercial Print & Packaging Medical Printing Marketing Management and Automation Personalized Communication & Variable Data Promotional Products Warehousing & Fulfillment Direct Mail In addition to offering both exceptional print services and newer cross-media technologies, we embrace modern lean manufacturing practices and are committed to environmental sustainability as evidenced by our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification. Our organization is a certified G7 Master Printer by IDEAlliance, an indication of our commitment to color fidelity, brand control, and the highest quality delivery of printed materials. The Standard Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
