Precision Machining Estimator & NC Programmer

Rust Belt Recruiting

Akron (OH)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 70,000

Full time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

Rust Belt Recruiting seeks an Estimator / NC Programmer for an on-site role in Akron, OH. You will own front-end quotes, develop detailed estimates from drawings, and act as a secondary NC programmer to keep shop flow uninterrupted.

This role requires hands-on experience in machining estimates, GD&T interpretation, and CAM/CAD software usage. You will collaborate with sales on pricing and interact with shop personnel to ensure accurate, timely estimates.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience estimating machining, tooling, or component repair in a precision metalworking environment.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T specifications.
Demonstrate knowledge of multi-axis CNC mills, lathes, machining centers, EDM, and grinding operations.
Use CAM/CAD software to support NC programming and model geometric support.
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tight turnaround deadlines.
Communicate across sales, engineering, shop floor, and leadership teams.
Familiarity with quality standards and documentation requirements in industrial manufacturing.
Associate or Bachelor degree in a technical or business field, or equivalent hands-on shop floor experience.

Responsibilities

Own the intake, queue management, and timely turnaround of quotes.
Develop cost, material, and lead-time estimates from drawings and GD&T.
Source external material costs and vendor pricing for accurate estimations.
Collaborate with sales on pricing to protect shop margins.
Serve as a secondary NC programmer to write and verify CNC programs.
Partner with setup personnel and machinists on first-article proveouts and cycle-time verifications.
Maintain standard cycle-time, labor, and cost data to minimize variance.
Document estimating logic, SOPs, and workflows.