Quote Specialist

Job Title: Quote Specialist
Department: Sales/Engineering
Location: The Sheffer Corporation / Cincinnati, Ohio
Reports To: Engineering Manager

Position Summary:
The Quote Specialist is responsible for reviewing customer requests, developing accurate and timely quotations, and supporting the sales and engineering teams by generating Bills of Material (BOM), part drawings, and determining material specifications for custom cylinder designs. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review customer specifications, drawings, and RFQs to prepare accurate quotes.
• Generate Bills of Material (BOM) and necessary part drawings for standard and special cylinder designs.
• Evaluate the feasibility of custom requests and consult with engineering, manufacturing, or purchasing as needed.
• Determine special materials and components required for custom applications.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing and lead times.
• Collaborate with customers to understand technical requirements and ensure proposed designs meet their needs.
• Ensure all quotations are technically accurate, cost-effective, and align with company capabilities and profit targets.
• Maintain and update the Quotes Log Database.
• Keep complete and accurate records of customer inquiries, quotes, and revisions.
• Maintain updated product and pricing references.
• Conduct research as needed to respond to customer questions.
• Assist with special projects as assigned by the Sheffer Management Team.
• All other duties assigned by supervisor/manager.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a clear “sense of urgency” and professionalism.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Effective at organizing workloads, managing priorities, and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrates the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Solid mechanical aptitude and emotional intelligence to understand, communicate and respond to customers’ quote needs and timelines efficiently.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a custom manufacturing setting. Machining knowledge a plus.

Familiarity with CAD software to evaluate customer models and drawings

We’re thrilled to announce that effective August 1, 2024, The Sheffer Corporation became an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company!

This pivotal change means that you—our talented and dedicated team members—will become co-owners of our company. We’re incredibly excited about this transition because it marks a new era of shared success and mutual benefit. As an ESOP, your hard work will directly contribute to our growth and success, and you'll see the rewards of your dedication in your retirement savings.

Why ESOP?

• Enhanced Ownership: You’ll have a personal stake in our company’s achievements, making your contributions even more impactful.
• Retirement Growth: The ESOP will provide a valuable addition to your retirement plan, helping you build a more secure future.
• Stronger Engagement: With ownership comes a deeper connection to our goals and a greater share in our successes.

This transformation reflects our commitment to valuing and rewarding our employee contributions, and we look forward to growing together with you.