Packaging Estimator - Project Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY

The Packaging Estimator and Project Coordinator is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates for packaging projects and overseeing these projects from initiation through delivery. This role coordinates and maintains multiple ongoing packaging jobs at any given time. The ideal candidate will collaborate with sales, design, production, and vendors to ensure projects are quoted competitively and executed on time. Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills are essential to drive project success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for packaging products, including materials, labor, and freight. Understand margins required for each project to meet the company's financial goals. Manage end-to-end project execution, including timeline development, resource allocation, and quality assurance. Act as the primary point of contact for internal teams and clients throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain project documentation and status updates. Identify and resolve potential issues that could impact timelines, cost, or quality. Continuously evaluate and recommend cost-saving opportunities and process improvements. Attends both sales and production meetings giving accurate and timely status reports and projections. Initiates and maintains good organization of records and information.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES

Ability to facilitate communication between customers, sales reps and production while work is in process. Must be able to juggle many tasks and modify plans as requirements change. Excellent analytical and communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to describe physical objects and job processes over the phone or in writing. Interested in preventing errors and solving problems. Professional telephone technique and written business correspondence skills. College degree and/or equivalent customer service experience. Demonstrated skills in leadership, organization and communication are necessary. Experience in print manufacturing highly desired.

Problem Solving:

Ability to anticipate problems and head them off.

Organization:

Ability to develop new techniques for handling work.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, write and speak

English Mathematical Skills:

Basic math skills required in preparation of project orders which always contain Order counts, versions with counts and etc.

Reasoning Ability:

Strong reasoning skills a requirement in dealing with customers, internal production department employees and leadership.

Computer Skills:

Required as all tasks are completed using PC and various software/programs.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are typical for an office setting. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary Full benefit package including PTO, medical, dental and 401k

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

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

Schedule:

Day shift

Experience:

commercial printing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person