CNC Machining Estimator for Low-Volume, Complex Parts

Hilton Tool, LLC; Oregon; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hilton Tool is seeking a highly organized Estimator to support our precision machining operations. This role is well suited for someone with a strong manufacturing background, including CNC machining and programming experience, job shop exposure, and familiarity with estimating low-volume, high-complexity parts.

The Estimator works closely with customers, internal manufacturing teams, and vendors to develop accurate cost and lead-time estimates.

Qualifications

• Background in CNC machining with operator/programmer experience.
• Experience in a job shop environment with low-volume, complex parts.
• Experience estimating or quoting in manufacturing.
• Strong print reading with GD&T understanding.
• Strong math, analytical and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Project management experience is a strong asset for planning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost and lead-time estimates for low- to high-volume complex machined parts.
• Build detailed estimates within the company ERP system, including labor, materials, tooling, and outside processing.
• Review and analyze customer prints, CAD models, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Define complete manufacturing approaches based on customer requirements and internal capabilities.
• Identify production risks and cost drivers during the estimating phase.
• Adapt estimates and plans as scope, schedule, or requirements change.
• Maintain a strong customer focus in a custom machining job shop environment.
• Support issue resolution during manufacturing by evaluating root cause and recommending changes.
• Communicate with internal personnel, vendors, and subcontractors as needed.
• Request, review, and manage vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare and present estimates and cost analyses to management and stakeholders.
• Track and compile actual job costs to support continuous improvement and estimate accuracy.

Skills

CNC machining

Job shop

Estimating/quoting

GD&T

Math/analytics

Communication

Prioritization

Project management

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Hilton Tool is seeking a highly organized Estimator to support our precision machining operations. This role is well suited for someone with a strong manufacturing background, including CNC machining and programming experience, job shop exposure, and familiarity with estimating low-volume, high-complexity parts.

The Estimator works closely with customers, internal manufacturing teams, and vendors to develop accurate cost and lead-time estimates.