Manufacturing Estimator - Direct Hire
Company:
Express Employment
Location:
Cicero, IL, 60804
Payment:
$90000
Payment Interval:
Year
Schedule:
Full
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Located in Cicero, IL
Salary: $90,000
Manufacturing Estimator - Cicero, IL
Salary: $90,000/year Direct Hire
Company: Express Employment Professionals - Brookfield, IL
Overview:
A leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Cost Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotes for precision-manufactured components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining and manufacturing processes, along with the ability to analyze drawings, determine material and labor requirements, and develop detailed estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
About You:
Express Employment- Brookfield is a Locally Owned and Operated Staffing Company. Our local Brookfield Office has been putting our neighbors to work since 2006! Our office places an average of 1,000 associates with over 150 companies annually in industrial, professional, skilled, and clerical positions. We have a proven track record of successful permanent placements excellent customer service. Our staff has over 50 years of combined experience providing excellent job opportunities to people with great companies around the Brookfield, Illinois area. Our goal is to help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.
Benefits Available for Eligible Express Associates:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
For a listing of all of our available positions, please visit our Local Website at:
https://jobs.expresspros.com/office/2359
#2359OS
Express Office: Brookfield
9100 Ogden Avenue
Suite A
Brookfield, IL 60513
Located in Cicero, IL
Salary: $90,000
Manufacturing Estimator - Cicero, IL
Salary: $90,000/year Direct Hire
Company: Express Employment Professionals - Brookfield, IL
Overview:
A leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Cost Estimator to join our team. This role is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotes for precision-manufactured components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machining and manufacturing processes, along with the ability to analyze drawings, determine material and labor requirements, and develop detailed estimates.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review customer requests for quotes (RFQs) including blueprints, CAD drawings, and specifications.
- Evaluate part requirements to determine materials, machining processes, tooling, and outside services needed.
- Request and analyze material and vendor pricing from approved suppliers.
- Calculate cycle times, programming time, set-up, and run times for machining operations (CNC, manual, secondary processes).
- Develop cost breakdowns including labor, material, tooling, overhead, and subcontracted services.
- Ensure all estimates are accurate, competitive, and aligned with production capabilities.
- Present completed cost estimates and quotations to management for review and submission to customers.
- Maintain and update data within the ERP system related to estimating and quoting.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or machining environment preparing cost estimates and quotes.
- Strong understanding of CNC machining, precision manufacturing, and related processes.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with ERP or manufacturing software systems preferred.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Education: Proven machining/manufacturing background or degree in a related field.
About You:
- Able to balance multiple quotes and deadlines efficiently.
- Comfortable analyzing complex drawings and determining cost drivers.
- Motivated by problem-solving and process optimization.
Express Employment- Brookfield is a Locally Owned and Operated Staffing Company. Our local Brookfield Office has been putting our neighbors to work since 2006! Our office places an average of 1,000 associates with over 150 companies annually in industrial, professional, skilled, and clerical positions. We have a proven track record of successful permanent placements excellent customer service. Our staff has over 50 years of combined experience providing excellent job opportunities to people with great companies around the Brookfield, Illinois area. Our goal is to help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.
Benefits Available for Eligible Express Associates:
- Weekly Pay (Overtime pay for hours worked over 40/week)
- Medical Plan / Dental Plan / Vision Plan
- Accrual for ILL Paid Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit or FREE Bank of America Payroll Card
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
For a listing of all of our available positions, please visit our Local Website at:
https://jobs.expresspros.com/office/2359
#2359OS
Express Office: Brookfield
9100 Ogden Avenue
Suite A
Brookfield, IL 60513