Senior Precision Manufacturing Estimator

SST Direct; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem Medical Insurance

Guardian Dental Insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance ($10,000)

Long-Term Disability (60% salary)

401(k) eligibility

9 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Estimator to join a growing precision manufacturing team in Farmington, CT. This hands-on role requires understanding how parts are manufactured, estimating labor hours and costs, and selecting efficient production methods.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in precision machining, reads drawings and GD&T, and can coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and outside vendors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a precision machining or manufacturing environment.
• Preferred background as Toolmaker, Journeyman Machinist, Precision Machinist, or Manufacturing Leader.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Knowledge of milling, turning, grinding, EDM, and precision machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to determine manufacturing methods and requirements.
• Prepare labor hour estimates and cost estimates based on operations, setup times, tooling, and processes.
• Evaluate supplier quotations for accuracy and feasibility.
• Coordinate outsourced manufacturing with qualified vendors.
• Develop relationships with precision machining suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability and reduce costs.
• Monitor outsourced work for quality, schedule, and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Machining knowledge

Estimating experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating software

Job description

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Estimator to join a growing precision manufacturing team in Farmington, CT. This hands-on role requires understanding how parts are manufactured, estimating labor hours and costs, and selecting efficient production methods.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in precision machining, reads drawings and GD&T, and can coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and outside vendors.