Senior Cost Estimator
Kolpak

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are Kolpak! We design, manufacture and supply best-in-class commercial walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigeration equipment for the global foodservice market. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team.

As Senior Cost Estimator, you will be responsible for providing accurate quote data that is derived from architectural drawings, consultant specifications, and job specific product applications. Process quotes from the quote que as required in the allotted time needed. Simple quotes 4-24 hours, more complex or multiple box projects 24-48 hours. Spec projects with multiple pages, drop box or links needs to be processed in 48-72 hours unless it is a stadium project, and extra time will be slotted. Responsible for extraordinarily complex boxes, stadium projects that have multiple item numbers and consultant projects that are multiple page documents.

Reporting directly to the Sales Engineering Manager, this position is based on-site in Parsons, TN*.

Major Accountability:

• Process specific quotations for customers including, but not limited to complex walk-ins, refrigeration systems, buyouts, refrigeration racks and combinations with Blast Chillers.
• Process quotes for Dealers/Reps with the information they provide. Work with CSRs on any layout that may need the configuration changed to assist our manufacturing standards.
• Apply an advanced knowledge of walk-ins and refrigeration applications to project quote requests.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Prepares specialty refrigeration quotes to customer service including rack quotes, buyouts, water-cooled refrigeration, and any special refrigeration application in conjunction with Sr Engineer.
• Identify and analyze complete project specifications to provide customer needs.
• Revise quotes that are in the quote que as needed.
• Double check work to ensure accuracy before sending quote to the CSR's.
• Assist with testing in Dev test sites as required to upgrade our systems and quoting tools.
• Assist Product Manager and Engineering Manager when required on new product design or quote program layout and improvements.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Kolpak's product lines including refrigeration systems, door accessories and new product designs.
• Intermediate Microsoft office skills.
• Ability to interpret construction documents (including material specifications, blueprints, engineered drawings, component templates, basic wiring diagrams, and engineered drawings).
• Excellent Refrigeration component knowledge.
• Strong understanding of how the panels are fabricated in Engineering Design to incorporate into the quote layout to prevent issues in product review and manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk on the production floor
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to wear PPE as needed.

Our Benefits:

We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That's why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• Competitive wage
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday Pay opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Basic Life Insurance
• Leave Program
• Employee Events and more...

*Kolpak is dedicated to ensuring confidence in the future of food service businesses and operations. Since 1969, Kolpak has manufactured quality, reliable, and efficient walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigeration that protects our customers' products and promises they need to deliver, both today and for years to come. Our commitment to the industry and our customers has made Kolpak a leading global brand. The Kolpak facility is centrally located between Memphis and Nashville, just off I-40 on the beautiful Tennessee River in Parsons, TN. Kolpak, a Welbilt brand, is a division of Ali Group.

For more information about Kolpak, visit www.kolpak.com

Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.

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