Estimator

Perfecto Tool & Engineering Co Inc; Anderson (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Estimator at Perfecto Tool & Engineering Co Inc serves as the subject matter expert for all manufacturing processes, developing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for manufacturing projects. You will align with customer requirements and our precision craftsmanship standards while supporting sales teams with technical insights.

By collaborating with cross‑functional teams—engineering, production, and sales—you will help shape proposals, win business, and manage risk to sustain

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Machining, Engineering, Manufacturing or related experience preferred.
• Manufacturing process expertise to develop accurate and competitive estimates.
• Technical Sales Support experience providing guidance to inside and outside sales teams.
• Estimating software proficiency to improve accuracy and speed to quote.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for manufacturing projects.
• Provide technical guidance to inside and outside sales teams to shape proposals and win new business.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support decision-making and profitability.
• Identify risks in estimates and develop mitigation strategies.

Skills

Curiosity/Innovation

Excellence

Energy/Drive

Intelligence

Conceptual Ability

Resourcefulness/Initiative

Adaptability

Sales Mentality

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Machining, Engineering, Manufacturing or related experience preferred

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

At Perfecto, we are driven by our Core Purpose and guided by our Core Values!

Our Core Purpose

We serve our partners by manufacturing innovative solutions with precision craftsmanship.

CORE VALUES

Customer Experience

Deliver our passion through service

Our passion is to create solutions for our customers. The quality of our work and our unparalleled service exceed expectations of our customers to build lifelong trust in our relationships with partners. Our customers are an extension of our team through creative collaboration and a relentless pursuit to deliver solutions. Together we create the Perfecto Experience.

Integrity

Driven by Principles

We are committed to our principles. This is illustrated by our sincere, honest, and respectful communication. Through quality of craftsmanship in the products we create, we are wholly accountable for every decision made and action performed at Perfecto.

Learning

Think, Act, Reflect (TAR): Make it Stick

At Perfecto, we take pride in learning. We do so through a process known as TAR (Think, Act, Reflect). We embrace technology to learn new ways to improve ourselves and the products we create. We seek to share our knowledge and experiences with others. We take time to choose the appropriate solution and reflect upon results; TAR we make learning stick!

Stewardship

Shepherd the legacy

We did not breathe life into Perfecto; with our care, Perfecto will be here after our limited time has passed. While honoring those who mentored and inspired us, we know Perfecto is greater than any individual. As good stewards, we care wisely for each other and our resources. We strengthen the Perfecto family through support, listening, and teaching.

MISSION OF THE POSITION

Core Purpose:

The Estimator serves as the subject matter expert for all manufacturing processes, providing technical expertise and guidance across the organization. This role develops accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for manufacturing projects, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and Perfecto’s standards for precision craftsmanship. The Estimator actively supports both inside and outside sales teams with technical insights, helping to shape proposals and win new business. By collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging deep industry knowledge, the Estimator enables informed decision‑making, supports profitable growth, and strengthens customer trust. Success in this position directly impacts Perfecto’s ability to win new business, manage risk, and deliver on its Core Purpose: serving our partners by manufacturing innovative solutions with precision craftsmanship.

TEAM CORE COMPETENCIES

Curiosity/Innovation

• Actively contribute outside of your specialty.
• Shows interest in the business
• outside
• their function.
• Stays abreast of trends.

Excellence

Sets high stretch standards of performance for self and others. Low tolerance for mediocrity. High sense of responsibility.

Energy/Drive

Exhibits energy, strong desire to achieve, and high dedication level.

Intelligence

Ability to acquire understanding & absorb information rapidly. A quick study.

POSITION SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES

Conceptual Ability

Deals effectively with abstract, conceptual matters, not just simple, tangible matters.

Resourcefulness/Initiative

Passionately finds ways over, around, or through barriers to success. Achieves results despite lack of resources. Goes beyond the call of duty. Shows bias for action. A results-oriented “doer.”

Adaptability

Not rigid. Copes effectively with complexity and change.

Requirements

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Machining, Engineering, Manufacturing or related experience preferred.

Manufacturing Process Expertise

Deep understanding of manufacturing methods, materials, and workflows to develop accurate and competitive estimates.

Technical Sales Support

Experience in providing technical guidance and expertise to inside and outside sales teams, helping shape proposals and win new business.

Estimating Software Proficiency

Skilled in using digital estimating tools and software to improve accuracy, efficiency, and speed to quote.

Risk Assessment & Management

Identifies potential risks in estimates and projects, proactively develops mitigation strategies, and validates assumptions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Works closely with engineering, production, and sales to ensure estimates reflect real-world capabilities and customer needs.

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Seeks opportunities to refine estimating processes, adopt new technologies, and share best practices across the team.

Sales Mentality

Familiarity with cost drivers and industry trends.