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Job Overview The Quoting & Commercial Operations Specialist executes accurate and timely customer quotations. Approximately 60% of the role is focused on quoting CNC machined components, including CNC Swiss turning and CNC milling. Quotations are developed for the complete manufacturing process. This includes required secondary operations and supporting processes such as deburring, cleaning, passivation, heat treatment, surface finishing, laser marking, inspection, outside processing, packaging, and other applicable manufacturing or quality requirements. The position reviews engineering drawings and specifications, interprets dimensions and GD&T, develops and validates manufacturing cost inputs, performs required calculations, compiles supplier pricing and lead-time information, and coordinates quotations through technical and commercial review. The remaining 40% supports Commercial Operations, including Customer Success, projects, reporting, data maintenance, and other departmental priorities. Quoting is the primary responsibility of the position, and other Commercial Operations activities are prioritized around quoting workload and business needs. The role supports one standardized quoting process across C-Axis facilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Execute customer quotations after Sales has completed the RFQ intake and provided the required customer information, including quantities or volumes, drawings, CAD files when applicable, specifications, revisions, target timing, and special requirements. Review and interpret engineering drawings and specifications for CNC machined components to identify dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, materials, features, manufacturing processes, inspection requirements, and raw-material requirements needed for quotation; coordinate technical inputs with Engineering when required. Develop and validate quotation cost inputs, including raw-material utilization, setup time, cycle time, tooling, outside processing, inspection requirements, scrap or yield assumptions, supplier pricing, lead times, and other applicable manufacturing cost drivers. Perform and validate the mathematical and dimensional calculations required for quoting, including unit conversions, material utilization, quantities, percentages, measurements, dimensional calculations, and basic manufacturing geometry. Complete, verify, and reconcile accurate quotation data in the Quote Entry Template, AMFG, JobBOSS, Quote Log, Teams channels, and other approved systems, ensuring required fields are complete, accurate, and traceable. Request, track, and compile raw-material, tooling, outside-processing, supplier pricing, lead times, and other cost inputs required to complete the quotation package. Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, Finance, Sales, and Customer Success to resolve missing inputs, manage quote due dates, support final technical and commercial review, and prepare complete quotation packages for submission. Manage assigned quotations against established turnaround targets; proactively identify missing information, delays, and blockers, escalate issues when required, and maintain accurate quote status and due dates. Coordinate required technical and commercial reviews and approvals in accordance with the established quoting workflow. This position prepares and coordinates the quotation but does not independently override required Engineering, Quality, Finance, or commercial approvals. Support Customer Success activities as assigned, including production or repeat quotations, customer information requests, order-related data, and PO / Order Acknowledgment support. Support commercial and customer projects by maintaining action items, schedules, documentation, presentations, and follow-up activities. Maintain accurate Commercial Operations data and support reporting, quote metrics, pipeline information, dashboards, month-end data quality, and other business analyses. Participate in process improvement, procedure documentation, data-quality initiatives, quoting-system implementation, automation, and other Commercial Operations responsibilities or special projects as assigned. Work effectively as part of a team or independently with minimal supervision while maintaining timely communication and follow-up. Other responsibilities may be assigned, as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. The Quoting & Commercial Operations Specialist reports to the Customer Success & Program Manager and works cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, Finance, and other applicable functions to complete quotations and assigned Commercial Operations activities. The role is responsible for managing assigned priorities, maintaining accurate and timely follow-up, escalating blockers, and supporting standardized quoting execution across C-Axis facilities. Core Competencies Company ambassadorship Integrity, ethics, and confidentiality Quality-oriented mindset Customer focus Strong numerical aptitude and accuracy Attention to detail Collaboration and teamwork Accountability Initiative and adaptability Prioritization and sense of urgency Skills and Qualifications To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Strong practical mathematics and numerical-analysis skills applicable to manufacturing quotation and cost development. Strong attention to detail and data-entry accuracy, with the ability to enter, verify, and reconcile numerical, quotation, and system information with minimal errors. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings for CNC machined components, including dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, materials, revisions, manufacturing notes, and inspection requirements. Hands-on experience quoting, estimating, process planning, or cost developing CNC machined components; experience with CNC Swiss turning and CNC milling is strongly preferred. Working knowledge of CNC machining cost drivers, including raw material, setup time, cycle time, tooling, finishing, inspection, outside processing, and scrap or yield considerations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams; experience with JobBOSS, AFMG or a similar ERP / quoting system is preferred. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple quotations, priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional dependencies. Effective written and verbal communication, teamwork, follow-up, and adaptability, with the ability to support Customer Success, projects, reporting, and other Commercial Operations needs. Ability to work effectively across multiple facilities and functions while maintaining one standardized Commercial Operations quoting process. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical, vocational, or Associate's education and/or equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree. Minimum of 2 years of experience in CNC machining quoting / estimating, or equivalent hands-on CNC manufacturing experience involving print interpretation, process planning, and manufacturing cost development. Experience with CNC Swiss turning and CNC milling is strongly preferred. Experience in precision machining, contract manufacturing, or medical-device manufacturing is preferred. Join us as a Quoting and Commercial Operations Specialist where your analytical expertise will directly impact our growth trajectory. We value innovation, precision, and collaboration—empowering you to thrive professionally while contributing to our success story.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person