Precision Machining Estimator — Turn Prints into Quotes

gpac; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established precision manufacturing organization in the Chicagoland area is seeking an experienced Machining Estimator. This on-site role in Addison, IL requires the ability to assess prints, determine manufacturing processes, and estimate costs for machined components.

You will review RFQs, develop estimates, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and sales to deliver competitive quotes. Relocation is not offered; candidate must be onsite.

Qualifications

• Previous machining or manufacturing estimating experience
• Strong understanding of machining processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and prints
• Understanding of machine time, tooling, materials, labor, and manufacturing costs
• Strong attention to detail and numerical ability
• Precision machining experience strongly preferred
• Gear manufacturing or gear machining experience is a major plus

Responsibilities

• Review customer prints, drawings, specifications, and RFQs
• Develop accurate estimates for machined components
• Determine appropriate machining and manufacturing processes
• Estimate labor, machine time, material, tooling, and outside processing
• Evaluate manufacturing requirements and production feasibility
• Prepare accurate and competitive quotes
• Work with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and sales
• Review historical jobs and production data when developing estimates
• Help identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities

Skills

Machining

Estimating

Print reading

Cost analysis

Job description

An established precision manufacturing organization in the Chicagoland area is seeking an experienced Machining Estimator. This on-site role in Addison, IL requires the ability to assess prints, determine manufacturing processes, and estimate costs for machined components.

You will review RFQs, develop estimates, and collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, and sales to deliver competitive quotes. Relocation is not offered; candidate must be onsite.