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Machine Shop - Job Estimator

Clackamas, OR 97015

Industry: Skilled Trades/Light Industrial Job Number: 84675

Job Description


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Position: Machine Shop Estimator

Location: Clackamas, OR

Pay: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour

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

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

What You’ll Do:

  • 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

What’s In It for You:

  • 401(k) matching

  • Dental, Health, and Vision Insurance

  • Paid time off

What You Need to Have:

  • 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

The Musts:

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

Preferred:

  • Prior experience with ERP systems in estimating or manufacturing

  • Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives

Next Steps:
Please respond with an updated resume.

Call Kristian at 360.553.7223 or email [email protected]
Call Grant at 360.553.7222 or email [email protected]

Walk-in interviews welcome at:
703 Broadway St, Suite 690, Vancouver, WA 98660

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Kristian Robles

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