Precision Machining Estimator - CNC/Job Shop

Hilton Tool, LLC; Oregon (WI); 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 an Estimator to support precision machining operations. This role requires 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 ERP system, with complete job information entered to determine

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC machining and programming within a job shop environment.
• Ability to read prints and GD&T specifications accurately.
• Proven ability to estimate cost and lead times for complex, low-volume parts.
• Strong math, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost and lead-time estimates for machined parts.
• Build estimates in the ERP system including labor, material, tooling.
• Review customer prints, CAD models, specs, and standards.
• Define manufacturing approaches based on requirements and capabilities.
• Identify risks and cost drivers during estimating.
• Adapt estimates as scope or schedules change.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach in a job shop.
• Support issue resolution during manufacturing by analyzing root causes.
• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors as needed.
• Obtain and manage quotes from vendors.
• Present estimates and cost analyses to management.
• Track actual costs to support improvement and accuracy.

Skills

CNC machining

Job shop experience

Estimating experience

GD&T reading

Math & analytics

Written & verbal comms

Multi-priority management

Project management

Job description

Hilton Tool is seeking an Estimator to support precision machining operations. This role requires 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 ERP system, with complete job information entered to determine