Estimator

Finn-Kool; Beloit (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Eyecare Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Supplementary Insurance

Wellness Center Membership Discount

Boot/Eyeglasses Stipend

Job summary

Finn-Kool in Beloit, Kansas is seeking an Estimator responsible for developing accurate cost estimates based on customer blueprints and specifications. The role involves detailed analysis of machining requirements, preparing formal quotes, and collaborating with internal teams to enhance efficiency and maintain profitability. Candidates should have at least a High School Diploma and 2-5 years' estimating experience. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of estimating experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and technical comprehension.
• Experience with engineering drawings and CAD files.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret engineering drawings.
• Calculate material, labor, and machine-hour costs.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and quotations.

Skills

Blueprint analysis

Cost estimation

CNC machining knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Estimator

Role

The position of an Estimator is responsible for analyzing customer blueprints, CAD files, and specifications to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates. The Estimator ensures quotes reflect realistic machining processes, material costs, outside services, and labor requirements while supporting sales, production, engineering, and management teams. This role is critical to maintaining profitability, workflow efficiency, and strong customer relationships in a fast‑paced, custom manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications
• Analyze machining requirements, including setups, tooling, tolerances, and cycle times
• Calculate material, labor, and machine‑hour costs for CNC milling, turning, fabrication, and assemblies
• Obtain quotes from vendors for raw materials, hardware, tooling, and outside processes
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and formal customer quotations
• Enter and maintain quote details (materials, routing steps, pricing, lead times) in the ERP system
• Track quote status and follow up with customers to support new business opportunities
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, revisions, and historical job costing
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with production, programming, quality, and management to determine manufacturability
• Participate in handoff meetings to ensure smooth transition from quoting to production
• Evaluate opportunities for cost reduction or value‑engineering solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quoting accuracy and speed

Expectations

The Estimator is expected to provide timely, accurate, and well‑supported quotes that reflect both production capability and market‑competitive pricing. The role involves rapid evaluation of customer requests, proactive communication with internal teams and vendors, and clear documentation inside the ERP system. The Estimator must help prevent production bottlenecks by identifying manufacturability concerns early, support profitable decision‑making, and contribute to monthly sales and margin goals. Strong attention to detail, technical comprehension, and responsiveness are essential.

Employment Details

Full Time, Day Shift 7 am to 3:30 pm with overtime opportunities

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED

Estimating: 2-5 years (Preferred)

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Eyecare Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k
• Supplementary Insurance
• Wellness Center Membership Discount
• Boot/Eyeglasses Stipend