Account Manager / Quoter

Job Description

Job Description

Kenney Industries is a contract manufacturer serving customers across a range of industries with precision machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and assembly - all under one roof. We're growing, and we're looking for an Estimator & Customer Account Representative to quote new work accurately and be the trusted point of contact our customers count on.This is a dual role: part cost estimator, part relationship manager. You'll turn drawings and RFQs into competitive, profitable quotes, then carry those accounts through the order - keeping customers informed and coming back.What You'll DoQuote work: Review customer drawings, models, and RFQs to prepare accurate cost estimates for machined, fabricated, welded, and assembled parts.Cost it out: Determine material, labor, machine time, tooling, outside processing, and finishing costs and build competitive, profitable quotes.Own the account: Serve as the primary contact for assigned accounts - answering questions, providing lead times and status updates, and building long-term relationships.Coordinate internally: Work with shop-floor supervisors, purchasing, and engineering to confirm feasibility, capacity, and pricing before quotes go out.Keep it moving: Enter and track quotes, orders, and revisions in the ERP/quoting system and follow up on open opportunities.Protect margin: Review purchase orders against quotes and flag discrepancies before jobs release to the floor.What You BringExperience: 3–6 years of estimating, inside sales, or customer account experience in a machine shop, sheet metal, fabrication, or contract manufacturing environment.Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T.Process know-how: Working knowledge of machining, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and assembly processes and how they drive cost.Numbers & systems: Strong math and analytical skills, comfortable with quoting tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.Communication: Professional, responsive, and comfortable managing customer expectations - including tough conversations - with composure.Follow-through: Organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple quotes and accounts against deadlines.Nice to HaveExperience with CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or other quality-system requirements.Prior experience quoting a mix of low-volume/high-mix and production work.Why Kenney IndustriesA stable, growing shop with machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly all in-house - no two days the same.Direct impact: your quotes and relationships drive the business.Competitive pay depending on experience, plus benefits.A team that values accuracy, hustle, and treating customers right.BenefitsHealth insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan options. How to ApplyApply through this posting with your resume. Tell us about a quote or customer situation you're proud of - we want to hear it.Kenney Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.