Estimator/Bill of Materials (BOM) Creator

About Weckworth Manufacturing
Weckworth is an established small business headquartered in Haysville, Kansas. We are an industrial textile manufacturer, best known for our federal government contracting work and have produced several thousand national stock numbered (NSN) lines for a variety of federal agencies, large and small OEM organizations, as well as individuals who want to see their product taken from concept to product. With over 250 industrial sewing machines (single needle, double needle, box "X", bar tackers and programmables) and several radio frequency, hot wedge and hot fabric welders, we're prepared to manufacture to established product configuration. We also offer a full complement of engineering services. Whether you need design assistance, prototypes or product evaluation, our experienced engineers are ready to put our CAD system to work for you. If a fabric can be cut, sewn, glued, snapped, buttoned, buckled, cinched, clipped, riveted, welded or otherwise bonded, we can fashion it into a product to fit your specifications.
As a premier contract sewing company in the Midwest, Weckworth is dedicated to manufacturing premium industrial textile products that comply with the needs and requirements of our customers. We specialize in military contract sewing, commercial textile contract sewing, and custom design and engineering. Weckworth uses the highest quality materials in the industry, and efficiently dispatches every order using the utmost care so your delivery arrives on time. Our AutoCAD technology is fully integrated with our cutting-edge software, so we can turn your project idea into a reality! Weckworths contemporary, sophisticated technology has made us one of the most diverse contract sewing companies in the industry.

Position Overview:

Weckworth Mfg., Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Estimator/Bill of Materials (BOM) Creator to support our Engineering and Production teams. This role is essential to our operations, ensuring that our production workflows begin with clarity, accuracy, and confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage detailed Bills of Materials for sewn goods, assemblies, and fabricated components across our diverse product lines.
• Perform accurate material takeoffs from customer-supplied technical drawings, CAD files, and internal designs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Estimating, and Production departments to ensure BOMs align with specifications, design intent, and sourcing requirements.
• Integrate BOMs into our ERP system and support cost estimating and planning workflows.
• Maintain revision control and support engineering change orders (ECOs) as designs evolve.
• Standardize components and materials wherever possible to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes , materials, and construction methods especially within the industrial sewing and soft goods sectors.
• Proven experience creating BOMs and performing material takeoffs from engineering drawings or CAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP platforms, JobBoss, and document control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical specs, and customer documentation.
• A commitment to accuracy, organization, and proactive communication .
• Bonus: Familiarity with sewn products, industrial contracts, and ISO 9001 environments.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in similar manufacturing/job shop environment.

Why Join Weckworth?

• A respected, growing manufacturer with a legacy of excellence
• Work on exciting custom projects that support commercial, industrial, and defense sectors
• Competitive salary, 401(k), medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off
• A supportive, team-driven culture where precision and process are valued

Hours:

• Monday - Thursday - 7:30am to 5:30pm, Fridays 7:30am - 11:30am

Compensation:

• $25-27/per hour
  

Weckworth Manufacturing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions.