Machine Shop Estimator

Machine Shop Estimator

Location:

Clackamas, OR
Pay: $40.00 – $50.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day Shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Our client is a precision machining manufacturer specializing in close‑tolerance parts, assemblies, prototyping, complex fabrication, and production runs. The team supports industries including defense, nuclear, transportation, marine, and commercial machining. The company is expanding into a new, larger facility to support continued growth.

• Prepare accurate cost and lead‑time estimates for low‑to‑high‑volume complex machined parts
• Build detailed estimates in the ERP system, including labor, materials, tooling, and outside processing
• Review and analyze customer prints, CAD models, specifications, and standards
• Define complete manufacturing approaches based on customer requirements and internal capabilities
• Identify production risks and cost drivers during the estimating phase
• Adapt estimates and plans as scope, schedule, or requirements change
• Maintain a strong customer focus in a custom machining job shop environment
• Support issue resolution during manufacturing by evaluating root cause and recommending changes
• Communicate with internal personnel, vendors, and subcontractors as needed
• Request, review, and manage vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Prepare and present estimates and cost analyses to management and stakeholders
• Track and compile actual job costs to support continuous improvement and estimate accuracy

• 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off

• Background in CNC machining, including operator and/or programmer experience
• Experience in a job shop environment producing low‑volume, complex parts
• Exposure to estimating or quoting in manufacturing
• Strong print reading skills with a solid understanding of GD&T
• Strong math, analytical, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Project management experience is a strong asset for job planning and execution

• Prior experience with ERP systems in estimating or manufacturing
• Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives