Estimator - Machine Shop

Macfab Manufacturing Inc.; Mississauga; Sur place; CAD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health benefits through the company

Company pension plan

Apprenticeships

Career growth pathways

Résumé du poste

Macfab Manufacturing Inc. is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in precision CNC-machined components and subassemblies for advanced industries including analytical instruments, optics and photonics, defense and security, and satellites and space.

We support customers worldwide with high-tolerance machining, cleanroom assembly, precision finishing, and full material traceability - from early-stage prototypes through production volumes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience estimating in machining environment.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, BOMs and model files.
• Experience with manual and CNC machining processes.

Responsabilités

• Analyze manufacturing projects to determine material, labor, and production costs.
• Prepare and submit detailed quotes and formal price and delivery quotations to customers.
• Discuss project specifications, propose design solutions, and communicate capabilities, deadlines, and costs.
• Work with sales, production, and engineering teams to ensure estimates are accurate and align with production schedules and capabilities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD files, and other technical documentation.
• Obtain quotes from external service providers and subcontractors for materials and processes.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotes, and project data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Reading drawings

Estimating costs

ERP systems

Excel

Outlook

Communication with customers

CNC machining experience

BOM interpretation

Team collaboration

Formation

Certificate/college degree in machining or estimating

Outils

CAD read / CAD files

ERP software

Description du poste

Macfab Manufacturing Inc. is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in precision CNC-machined components and subassemblies for advanced industries including analytical instruments, optics and photonics, defense and security, and satellites and space. We support customers worldwide with high-tolerance machining, cleanroom assembly, precision finishing, and full material traceability - from early-stage prototypes through production volumes.

At Macfab we offer a positive, respectful workplace with competitive compensation, skills training, apprenticeships, clear career-growth pathways, comprehensive health benefits for employees and their families, and a company pension plan.

Position Summary

A machine shop estimator analyzes engineering drawings, calculates costs for materials, labor, and production time, and prepares accurate quotes for clients. This role involves collaborating with sales and production teams, managing quote queues, and ensuring project specifications and deadlines are met. Key responsibilities also include communicating with customers and potentially proposing design alterations to ensure efficiency.

Day Shift: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing projects to determine material, labor, and production costs.
• Prepare and submit detailed quotes and formal price and delivery quotations to customers.
• Discuss project specifications, propose design solutions, and communicate capabilities, deadlines, and costs.
• Work with sales, production, and engineering teams to ensure estimates are accurate and align with production schedules and capabilities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD files, and other technical documentation.
• Obtain quotes from external service providers and subcontractors for materials and processes.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotes, and project data.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience estimating in a machining environment.
• Capable of reading and interpreting drawings, BOMs and model files.
• Experience with manual and CNC machining processes.
• Knowledge of fabrication, welding, assembly and finishing an asset.
• Certificate of qualification, college degree or other training in machining or estimating.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, Excel and Outlook.
• Previous aerospace experience preferred.
• Previous jobbing shop experience preferred.

Please note that we will only be able to respond to successful candidates. We look forward to learning more about you and your qualifications.