Manufacturing Estimator

Job Title: Manufacturing Estimator

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have experience estimating precision sheet metal and machined parts, and be able to work proactively with other estimating team members, customers, and manufacturing personnel.

Responsibilities

• Review and understand blueprints, work orders, tooling, or other written specifications.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, contracts, RFQs, and other documents for estimate-related activities.
• Obtain material and subcontractor quotes.
• Plan, prioritize, organize, and monitor all aspects of quoting activity.
• Prepare and submit quote forms and documents for order entry and shop floor personnel.
• Work with sales and customers on design for manufacturability.
• Assist and review drawings with the manufacturing team and highlight areas of concern.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Exercise a daily safety-conscious work effort and notify management of any work-related injuries, safety concerns, or near-miss incidents.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative.
• Adapt to changing business needs, schedules, and deadlines, and perform other essential duties as assigned.
• Comply with state and federal safety regulations and company health, safety, and security procedures.
• Adhere to company policies and state and federal laws and regulations relating to employment, including promoting a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Essential Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products.
• Experience with cost estimating and pricing systems.
• Familiarity with JobBOSS ERP (highly desirable).
• Working knowledge of precision sheet metal fabrication and machining processes.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in English.
• Independent thinker with sound judgment and proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in project management, budgeting, and quoting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with sales and manufacturing teams.

Work Environment

The position requires onsite work five days a week. The company offers a supportive environment with a wide variety of benefits, including a 401k match up to 6%, a cost of living adjustment every October, a Christmas bonus, 128 hours of PTO, a wellness program, and health, vision, and dental benefits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Kensington, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Company offers a wide variety of benefits. 401k match up to 6%. Cost of Living Adjustment every October. Christmas Bonus 128 hours of PTO Wellness program. Health, vision, dental

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Kensington,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.