Programmer / Estimator - Sinton, TX / Granite City, Ill in Sinton, Texas at Friedman Industries Inc

Sinton, TX or Granite City, IL | Full-Time | Manufacturing / Laser Fabrication
Join a growing steel-processing and laser-fabrication team where your programming and estimating work directly drives production efficiency and customer satisfaction.

As our Programmer/Estimator, you'll turn customer drawings into optimized nests and accurate quotes, working shoulder-to-shoulder with sales and the shop floor to get quality parts out the door on time.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Prepare price quotes for all laser-processed and fabricated parts.
• Design and nest parts to minimize scrap and maximize material efficiency.
• Review and approve part drawings for manufacturability before they hit the floor.
• Partner with sales, equipment operators, schedulers, and shipping so parts are processed and delivered on time.
• Track productivity, quality, scrap, and rework, and use those numbers to drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma.
• Minimum 3 years designing and/or nesting parts for laser processing and/or bending.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CAD/CAM software.
• Strong understanding of laser-processing and bending equipment.
• A proven record of improving scrap and production efficiency.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications, including Excel.

NICE TO HAVE:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with TruBoost and BySoft software systems.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous-improvement experience.

OUR BENEFITS:
We've built a benefits program that is above market - competitive in our industry and in every region where we operate. Friedman employees enjoy:
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, life, and short & long-term disability insurance, vision insurance,401(k) retirement plan, Education reimbursement
• 11 paid holidays per year, PTO (personal time off), Paid maternity & paternity leave programs
• Bonus programs (profit-sharing incentive). Uniform & PPE provided

ABOUT FRIEDMAN INDUSTRIES:
Founded in 1965, Friedman Industries is a leading manufacturer and processor of metal products, operating eight U.S. facilities across metal processing, distribution, and pipe and tube production. Publicly traded on Nasdaq (ticker FRD) since 1972, the company produces hot-rolled sheet and plate and offers slitting, cut-to-length, and welded-pipe capabilities nationwide.

Friedman Industries' success is due to the talented work of our team members. We are passionate about what we do, how we accomplish our results (safety and quality), and our entrepreneurial culture. Our administrative offices are in Longview, Texas and The Woodlands, Texas.

OUR COMMITMENT: Recognizing that our employees are our most valuable assets, we place safety above all else. Our employees, our customers, and our shareholders are all our partners. With a persistent focus on safety and quality today and an ambition for opportunity tomorrow, we will all succeed in the partnership. We value the unique perspective of each member of our team and are committed to fostering a collaborative culture where everyone can grow and contribute to a safe and supportive work environment.