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CNC Machinist (Sales / Cost Estimation)

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10 months ago
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£40,000 - £45,000 + Xmas Shutdown + Days Based + Training
Leighton Buzzard, Hertfordshire

Are you a CNC Machinist looking to get off-the-tools by stepping up into an exciting sales/estimator position, where you will be responsible for generating quotes and retaining this companies key accounts across F1, Aerospace and Defence industries?

In this role you will be liaising with Clients and Workshop staff to generate BOM's and quotes based on machine hours, material and project turnaround. The role is days based, 8am-5pm with an early finish of Fridays.

This precision engineering company were founded in the 1990s and pride themselves on their exceptionally high quality standards and excellent staff retention rates. They work as a subcontractor, providing machining services to industries such as medical, energy, and F1 and they're looking to continue their growth for years to come.

This role would suit a CNC Machinist looking for a dynamic sales role offering responsibility and authority in a company with great staff retention, a friendly work environment and a secure future.

The Role:

Quoting prices based on material, machine hours and inspection requirements
Liaising with clients to retain and generate business
Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5pm with a 2:30pm finish on Fridays
31 days holiday, including bank holidays and an Xmas shutdownThe Person:

CNC Machinist
Looking for a client facing cost estimation or sales roleJob Reference: BBBH 17094a

CNC, Estimator, Sales, Estimating, Machinist, Precision, Engineer, Engineering, Technician, Manufacturing, Metal, Relaxed, Turner, Miller, Leighton Buzzard, Milton Keynes, Luton, Aylesbury

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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