Estimator at Alliance Precision Plastics – Rochester, New York

BASIC PURPOSE:

· Create detailed cost estimates for the creation of customer quotations for injection mold tooling, injection molded products, and value added assemblies.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Estimating & Quoting

o Prepare detailed cost estimates for injection molded parts, including:

Tooling (new molds, modifications, transfers)

Piece-part pricing

Secondary operations (assembly, pad printing, ultrasonic welding, etc.)

o Analyze customer RFQs, drawings, CAD models, and specifications

o Develop pricing based on material costs, cycle time, press size, labor, overhead, and margin targets

o Support quick-turn and formal quote requests

· Engineering & Technical Analysis

o Review part designs for manufacturability (DFM)

o Estimate mold complexity, cavitation, hot runner vs. cold runner, and tooling lead times

o Recommend process assumptions, material alternatives, and cost-reduction opportunities

o Collaborate with tooling vendors and internal mold design teams

· Cross-Functional Collaboration

o Work with sales to clarify customer requirements and pricing strategy

o Coordinate with manufacturing, tooling, and supply chain teams to validate assumptions

o Support customer technical discussions as needed

· Cost Management & Data Accuracy

o Maintain estimating models, cost databases, and historical pricing

o Track quote accuracy and provide post-launch cost feedback

o Assist with cost-down initiatives and re-quotes for production programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

· 3+ years of experience in injection molding estimating, process engineering, or manufacturing engineering

· Strong understanding of injection molding processes, materials, and tooling

· Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models

· Proficiency with Excel and estimating or ERP systems

· Strong analytical and communication skills

Preferred

· Experience estimating multi-cavity, hot runner, or high-volume production tools

· Familiarity with automotive, medical, consumer, or industrial molded products

· Experience working with domestic and offshore tooling suppliers

· Background in mold design, processing, or project management