Description:
At Perfecto, we are driven by our Core Purpose and guided by our Core Values!
Our Core Purpose: We serve our partners by manufacturing innovative solutions with precision craftsmanship.
CORE VALUES
Customer Experience
Deliver our passion through service
Our passion is to create solutions for our customers. The quality of our work and our unparalleled service exceed expectations of our customers to build lifelong trust in our relationships with partners. Our customers are an extension of our team through creative collaboration and a relentless pursuit to deliver solutions. Together we create the Perfecto Experience.
Integrity
Driven by Principles
We are committed to our principles. This is illustrated by our sincere, honest, and respectful communication. Through quality of craftsmanship in the products we create, we are wholly accountable for every decision made and action performed at Perfecto.
Learning
Think, Act, Reflect (TAR): Make it Stick
At Perfecto, we take pride in learning. We do so through a process known as TAR (Think, Act, Reflect). We embrace technology to learn new ways to improve ourselves and the products we create. We seek to share our knowledge and experiences with others. We take time to choose the appropriate solution and reflect upon results; TAR we make learning stick!
Stewardship
Shepherd the legacy
We did not breathe life into Perfecto; with our care, Perfecto will be here after our limited time has passed. While honoring those who mentored and inspired us, we know Perfecto is greater than any individual. As good stewards, we care wisely for each other and our resources. We strengthen the Perfecto family through support, listening, and teaching.
MISSION OF THE POSITION
Core Purpose:
The Estimator serves as the subject matter expert for all manufacturing processes, providing technical expertise and guidance across the organization. This role develops accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and Perfecto's standards for precision craftsmanship. The Estimator actively supports both inside and outside sales teams with technical insights, helping to shape proposals and win new business. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging deep industry knowledge, the Estimator enables informed decision-making, supports profitable growth, and strengthens customer trust. Success in this position directly impacts Perfecto's ability to win new business, manage risk, and deliver on its Core Purpose: serving our partners by manufacturing innovative solutions with precision craftsmanship.
TEAM CORE COMPETENCIES
Curiosity/Innovation:
Actively contribute outside of your specialty. Shows interest in the business outside their function. Stays abreast of trends.
Excellence:
Sets high stretch standards of performance for self and others. Low tolerance for mediocrity. High sense of responsibility.
Energy/Drive:
Exhibits energy, strong desire to achieve, and high dedication level.
Intelligence:
Ability to acquire understanding & absorb information rapidly. A quick study.
POSITION SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES
Conceptual Ability:
Deals effectively with abstract, conceptual matters, not just simple, tangible matters.
Resourcefulness/Initiative:
Passionately finds ways over, around, or through barriers to success. Achieves results despite lack of resources. Goes beyond the call of duty. Shows bias for action. A results-oriented "doer."
Adaptability:
Not rigid. Copes effectively with complexity and change.
Requirements:
Education:
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Machining, Engineering, Manufacturing or related experience preferred.
Manufacturing Process Expertise:
Deep understanding of manufacturing methods, materials, and workflows to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
Technical Sales Support:
Experience in providing technical guidance and expertise to inside and outside sales teams, helping shape proposals and win new business.
Estimating Software Proficiency:
Skilled in using digital estimating tools and software to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to quote.
Risk Assessment & Management:
Identifies potential risks in estimates and projects, proactively develops mitigation strategies, and validates assumptions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration :
Works closely with engineering, production, and sales to ensure estimates reflect real-world capabilities and customer needs.
Continuous Improvement Mindset:
Seeks opportunities to refine estimating processes, adopt new technologies, and share best practices across the team.
Sales Mentality:
Familiarity with cost drivers and industry trends.
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