Manufacturing Estimator

Privately owned since its inception in 1911 and headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, Canada – Thordon is a global leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of pollution-free, non-metallic bearing and seal systems.

The Manufacturing Estimator of Thordon Bearings reporting to the Senior Manager Manufacturing, Maintenance & Project Management will be responsible for preparing estimates on true factory cost while maintaining the integrity of information related to quotations and assisting the Project Manager in preparing project quotations.

Estimator Responsibilities

• Create BOM and generate work orders for Water Quality production based on sales data.
• Prepare/review material requisition for purchase department after consultation with your manager.
• Review and analyze closed work orders with your manager to ensure production margins are met.
• Contact outside machine shops for quotes on projects that are not done in house.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments to meet planned objectives, while ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare estimate based on true factory cost and generate shop reports for production.
• Provide all necessary information (machine hours, work centers, tolerances, tooling details and any other notation) to inside sales and project departments related to the
• Maintain all estimate records for future analysis and cross references.
• Update and develop estimating templates on regular basis to reflect the true factory cost.
• Schedule and run PPT2 meetings when required.
• Review machining clearance with machine shop.
• Work with the Commercial Proposal Manager and Inside Sales and act as a liaison with internal and external suppliers and customers to expedite related information.
• Support the Commercial Proposal Manager and PMP office as
• Work with Process Planning to develop and modify shop reports as needed.
• Carry out other tasks as assigned by the Senior Manager Manufacturing, Maintenance & Project Management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in manufacturing technology.

• Minimum 3 to 5 years estimating experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience in custom manufacturing environments and processes.
• Familiar with machine shop operations

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is subject to the conditions of an office environment and manufacturing environment most of the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually low.

Competencies Required for Success

Ability to read and interpret Blueprints

Intermediate level Excel skills

Works well in group problem solving situations

Exhibits sound and accurate judgment

Includes appropriate people in decision-making process

Adapts to change in the work environment

Accepts criticism and feedback

Prioritized and plans work activities and uses time efficiently

Reacts well under pressure

More About Us

Our 4th generation family-owned business is committed to environmental stewardship as our products eliminate oil and grease in marine, clean power, pump and industrial applications all around the world. We are proud to have created a culture at Thordon where people from all backgrounds and countries are able to come together to build a healthy diverse future. Longevity and commitment to career growth is a staple, as many of our employees have been with us for 20+ years.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thordon Bearings Inc. will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.