Quality Control Associate Jobs in Ruston, LA (NOW HIRING)

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Do you have experience estimating industrial fabrication or construction projects and enjoy turning technical drawings and specifications into accurate, competitive estimates? ANDRITZ is seeking a Manufacturing Estimator for our Ruston, Louisiana facility. In this role, you will help drive successful and profitable projects by estimating material, labor, subcontractor, and other project costs.

You will work closely with customers, vendors, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and field operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on estimating experience in a sheet-metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, or similar industrial environment and is skilled at reviewing plans, completing quantity takeoffs, and identifying project cost requirements.

Brief Description
Develop cost estimates for fabrication and construction projects per plans and specifications. Project and 
control fabrication and construction costs by collecting and studying information. Assist with senior 
management to optimize profits and minimize fabrication and construction costs. Analyze information, 
develop budgets, develop vendor relationships, report and document, estimate and make decisions, 
excellent teamwork skills, and focus on quality first.

Key Responsibilities 
Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements; set priorities
Prepare fabrication and construction estimates by reviewing and analyzing plans and specifications; 
identify and estimate costs for each component
Review project documents and specifications to identify bid items and prepare quantity take-off for 
estimate from plans through means of computerized take-off or manual method
Provide purchasing with material specifications to solicit bids from vendors; identify qualified 
subcontractors and provide subcontractors with written scope of work, plans, and specifications for 
them to provide a bid
Evaluate offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and sit requirements
Identify resources required for the proposal based on the scope of the work
Maintain cost keys and price masters by updating information
Manage proposals by working with owner/client, material requisition coordinates with field operations, 
create and manage schedules, and attend project meetings
Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information 
Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Maintain quality service by following organization standards
Maintain continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and 
communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a 
positive work environment
Other duties as assigned

#1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors 
Customer Focus
Ownership for Performance
Shared Commitment
Openness

Job Specific Competencies 
Using Math
Controlling Costs
Coordinating Project Activities
Critical Thinking
Delivering High Quality Work
Using Computers and Technology
Communicating Effectively
Creating and Maintaining Networks
Managing Resources
Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions
Demonstrating Initiative
Working with Financial Information

Qualifications (Required) 
High school diploma/GED
2+ years of experience in estimating
Strong mathematical ability
Strong computer skills, including MS Office
Good communication and organizational skills with a willingness to work with vendors and customers 
over the phone and face-to-face
Experience with manufacturing in a sheet metal facility and/or steel manufacturing
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel, professionally and in a positive manner
Travel 30%; must have Real ID or U.S. Passport for air travel; must have current driver's license with 
clean driving record; may drive company vehicle or personal vehicle which may be subject to rain, 
cold, icy roads, wind, heat, etc. while driving

Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred) 
Associate degree in business management preferred

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.