Product Estimator

Join the Kingspan Insulation team, an industry-leading manufacturer of innovative insulation solutions. We are committed to providing architects, specifiers, and contractors with high-quality, innovative products supported by technical expertise and customer service which is unsurpassed in the industry.

At Kingspan, we're on a mission to improve building performance and contribute to a more sustainable future for our customers and the environment. Our insulation products have the ability to help lower the built environment’s carbon footprint: 164 million tons of CO2 will be saved over the life of our insulation systems sold in 2020 which is enough to power a major airline for 15 years!

What makes Kingspan Insulation special is our ability to blend the advantages of a multinational corporation with the close-knit ambiance and personal relationships often found in smaller businesses. Our work culture is vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming, creating an environment that fosters growth and encourages teamwork. As a valued member of our team, you can look forward to a host of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Competitive Compensation + Bonus Opportunities: We believe in rewarding hard work and dedication. In addition to competitive base pay, our employees have opportunities to earn bonuses, recognizing their contributions to our shared success.
• Generous Retention Bonus: We offer an incremental retention bonus of up to $2,000 to new employees as a token of our appreciation for joining our team and to recognize and retain talent as you grow with us.
• Comprehensive Benefits from Day 1: We prioritize your well-being. From the moment you join Kingspan Insulation, you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), dental, vision, supplemental insurances, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and identity theft protection. We understand the importance of financial security and peace of mind for you and your family.
• 401k Plan with Generous Match: Secure your financial future with our 401k plan, which includes a 6% company match, and an additional 2% annual contribution, ensuring your retirement savings grow steadily.
• Work/Life Balance: Achieving a balance between work and personal life is essential. At Kingspan Insulation, we promote a work schedule that provides ample time to enjoy life outside of the workplace.
• Advancement and Professional Growth: We're dedicated to your long-term success. With well-defined growth plans in place, you'll find numerous opportunities to increase your responsibilities, broaden your skillset, and advance within the company as we continue to expand.

Embark on your journey with Kingspan Insulation, where your career will flourish, and your contributions will be celebrated.

Join us, and together, we'll build a brighter and more sustainable future.

Under the supervision of the Supply Chain Lead and in coordination with the commercial team and customers, the Product Estimator creates designs and layouts in Solidworks and AutoCAD from customer supplied drawings and submittals.  Supports outside sales team and customers with pre-sales design concepts and cost estimation.  Communicates with customers, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure proper design.

Essential duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provide accurate quotes and estimates to the commercial team for various products, such as Roofing Board, Flute Filler, GeoFoam, Precast, Garage Doors, Sandwich Panels, etc…
2. Perform take-offs and layout calculations for various products, such as Roofing Board, Flute Filler, GeoFoam, and Precast
3. Creates new part numbers and enters into Epicor/SAP
4. Manages revision control for customer drawings
5. Creates CNC profile cutting programs and approval drawings for custom cut parts
6. Update order forms with new parts and pricing
7. Provide accurate pricing for various product types in a timely manner
8. Coordinate quoting efforts and strategies with sales reps as required
9. Assists sales team in servicing existing accounts by obtaining and processing orders
10. Works with production and shipping on scheduling of deliveries
11. Keeps appropriate members of the Kingspan team informed of customer issues and concerns
12. Keep stakeholders updated on progress and changes

All Employees have the following compliance obligations: 

1. Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Product Compliance Policy. 
2. Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations and market demands. 
3. Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of Compliance Management System. 
4. Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

Education and/or Experience: Minimum requirement of a high school diploma, 2 year trade school, or its equivalent, with experience in estimation. Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings and experience with AutoCAD or Solidworks.

The ideal candidate should possess self-motivation and adaptability in their work approach. Proficiency in various Microsoft applications, particularly Word and Excel, is essential. Experience with SAP or a comparable enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is preferred.

Language Skills: Proficiency in English communication, both oral and written. Capable of comprehending and following verbal and written instructions. Skilled in reading, analyzing, and interpreting general business publications and government regulations. Proficient in writing reports and business correspondence. Effective in presenting information and addressing inquiries from others.

Mathematical: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

Reasoning Skills: Proficient in solving real-world problems and handling diverse specific factors in situations with established standardization. Capable of comprehending and interpreting various instructions provided in written, verbal, diagrammatic, or scheduled formats.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Kingspan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.