Machine Shop Estimator

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Hilton Tool LLC is seeking an Estimator to support our precision machining operations. This role suits someone with a strong manufacturing background in CNC machining, programming, and low-volume, high-complexity parts.

You will work with customers, internal teams, and vendors to develop accurate cost and lead-time estimates and quote all jobs in our ERP system. Day shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a salary range of $80,000–$100,000 per year.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

CNC machining

Operator/Programmer

Job shop experience

Estimating/quoting

GD&T

Math/analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Project management

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Job Description: Estimator

Pay Range: $80,000-$100,000 per year

Hilton Tool is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented 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. All jobs are quoted using the company ERP system, with complete job information entered to determine cost, risk, and schedule.

DAY SHIFT:
Monday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm

Skills:

To be successful in this role, candidates should have:

• Background in CNC machining, including prior experience as an operator and/or programmer
• Experience in a job shop environment producing low-volume, complex parts
• Prior exposure to estimating or quoting in a manufacturing setting
• Strong print reading skills with a solid understanding of GD&T
• Strong math, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
• Project management experience is a strong asset and will help support job planning, coordination, and execution.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• 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

About the company:

Hilton Tool is a manufacturer of precision machined components, specializing in close-tolerance parts, assemblies, prototyping, complex fabrication, production runs, and design. We employ 50+ people and are in the process of consolidating all operations into a new, larger facility to support continued growth.

Our work spans a wide range of industries, including general commercial machining, defense, nuclear, transportation, marine, and more.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off (Starting at 2 weeks per year on an accrual basis)