Precision Sheet Metal Estimator

Direct Hire | Brockton, MA | $32/hour, possibly higher based on experience

Kelly® is hiring an experienced Precision Sheet Metal Estimator for a direct-hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing company in Brockton, MA
.

This role is ideal for someone with strong experience reviewing technical drawings, estimating sheet metal fabrication costs, and preparing accurate customer quotes for prototype and low-volume manufacturing projects.

If you understand sheet metal fabrication, materials, labor, tooling, outside processing, and cost estimating
, this could be a great next step.

Location: Brockton, MA
Pay: $32/hour, possibly higher based on experience
Schedule: 1st Shift
Employment Type: Direct Hire

As the Precision Sheet Metal Estimator, you’ll be responsible for reviewing customer drawings and specifications, determining manufacturing requirements, and developing accurate and competitive quotations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Estimate material, labor, tooling, outside processing, and overhead costs
• Prepare detailed customer quotes and proposals
• Evaluate project feasibility and anticipated production requirements
• Collaborate with engineering, production, purchasing, and sales teams
• Source and evaluate material, supplier, and subcontractor pricing
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality requirements
• Analyze previous jobs to improve estimating accuracy
• Assist with project planning, lead-time estimates, and profitability
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding scope, pricing, and lead times
• Maintain current knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes and equipment

We’re looking for someone with previous experience in sheet metal or precision manufacturing estimating who understands how a part moves from drawing to finished product.

Strong candidates will have:

• Previous sheet metal estimating experience
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and materials
• Experience estimating material, labor, tooling, and manufacturing costs
• Experience using estimating or manufacturing software
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is preferred

Experience with any of the following would be especially valuable:

• Prototype or low-volume manufacturing
• CNC machining
• Machining estimating
• Press brakes
• Laser cutting
• Punch presses
• Welding
• Hardware insertion
• Finishing or outside processing
• Precision manufacturing environments

• Direct Hire opportunity
• Starting around $32/hour with potential for higher pay based on experience
• Work with prototype and precision-manufacturing projects
• Opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and customers
• Variety of projects rather than repetitive high-volume estimating
• Join a company where your estimating decisions directly impact production and profitability