Printing Estimator

Summary:

Global Mark Graphics (GMG) is a well-established manufacturing company in the Print Industry, and we are looking to immediately fill a Full-Time position for a Print Estimator to support our Estimating department. Experience is necessary.

Estimating Department Hours:

Monday through Friday, 7am – 4pm (with 1hr lunch break)

Recognizing most Holidays (Approximately 10 per year)

Compensation & Benefits:

Depending on Experience, this position will start at around $28/hr.

We offer Paid Holidays, PTO accrual at 2 weeks per year, Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, and 401k + Matching.

Responsibilities:

This is a general list; other duties may be assigned as required.

• Reviewing customer specifications and preparing accurate cost estimates for offset, digital, and large format print jobs.
• Analyzing job requirements including paper stock, quantities, finishing, and bindery to determine pricing.
• Entering and maintaining estimates using the EFI Pace system.
• Communicating with sales, production, and customers to clarify specifications and pricing.
• Responding promptly to emails and requests for quotes.
• Documenting job notes and specifications clearly for handoff to production.
• Coordinating with vendors to obtain outside pricing when needed.
• Reviewing and updating pricing and estimating standards as needed.
• Maintaining organized records of estimates and quotes.

Position Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Print Estimator or in a related print production role required.
• Knowledge of printing processes including offset, digital, and large format required.
• Experience with EFI Pace is helpful.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; responsiveness to emails and communication through notes and verbal follow-up is essential.
• Detailed and task oriented.
• Able to interact effectively with others and a good team player.
• Able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from internal and external customers.
• Able to learn new technology, including new/updated software and hardware.

Expectations:

• Be punctual & dependable
• Work with a sense of urgency & efficiency
• Work well with other team members
• Be a self-starter who does not require project-to-project management
• Ability to Multi-task

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for 6-8hrs per day.
• Working in front of a computer screen.
• Temperature controlled environment.
• Noise level is low in a typical office environment.
• Flexible working hours, but generally M-F 8am-5pm.

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person