CNC Manufacturing Estimator

Wagner Machine Company is a growing manufacturer of precision-machined parts for industries including aerospace defense electronics and semiconductors. We are seeking a technically capable customer-focused CNC Manufacturing Estimator to develop accurate quotes help customers solve manufacturing challenges and build lasting business relationships.

Reporting to the CEO this role is central to turning challenging customer requirements into practical cost-effective manufacturing solutions. You will collaborate closely with sales quality production and leadership teams to quote work accurately communicate openly and support profitable growth.

What Youll Do

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through responsive service and practical technical solutions
• Develop accurate comprehensive cost estimates for custom manufacturing projects
• Review customer 2D drawings 3D models CAD files tolerances and specifications
• Evaluate part geometry and tolerances for manufacturability; recommend design-for-manufacturability improvements when appropriate
• Develop efficient manufacturing process plans and identify cost-saving process options
• Calculate material requirements labor tooling outside services lead times and other quoting inputs
• Prepare and submit formal proposals and quotations for customer review
• Clearly communicate pricing capabilities risks opportunities and lead times with honesty and integrity
• Generate and close business while maintaining Wagners standards and core values
• Maintain accurate records of sales activity customer interactions quotations and project details
• Account for applicable industry standards customer-specific requirements and contract clauses
• Collaborate with sales quality production and management to ensure complete documentation and alignment with customer expectations
• Improve estimating processes quoting tools and supporting documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

What Youll Bring

• Qualification as a U.S. person under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• Ability to pass a physical drug screen and background check
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least three years of CNC manufacturing experience; estimating inside sales CNC operations engineering or other advanced manufacturing experience is preferred
• Advanced ability to read engineering drawings interpret tolerances and apply GD&T
• Practical knowledge of precision-machining processes tooling types and manufacturing techniques
• Ability to make sound manufacturability decisions and identify potential production risks
• Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD software for viewing and dimensioning parts
• Experience with ERP software and Microsoft Office
• Understanding of manufacturing standards and the ability to translate them into practical production requirements
• Familiarity with customer contract clauses and customer-specific requirements
• Strong analytical quantitative organizational and time-management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and build productive relationships with coworkers customers and vendors
• Interest in staying current on machining technology tooling strategies and automation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following is a plus:

• LEAN manufacturing or 5S environments
• ISO9001 or AS9100D-certified businesses
• ECi M1 ERP software
• CRM software
• CAD/CAM software including SolidWorks DraftSight FeatureCAM PowerMill or PartMaker
• Small precision CNC-machined parts
• Machining-process troubleshooting
• Lights-out automation or robotic part handling

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $65000$85000 depending on experience.

Wagner Machine Company offers health and dental insurance 401(k) options paid vacation paid holidays parental leave short- and long-term disability coverage company-subsidized apparel a four-and-a-half-day workweek and breakfast every Thursday.

About Wagner Machine Company

Wagner Machine Company is a small growing machinist-owned company with approximately 45 employees. Many members of our leadership team began as machinists and they remain actively involved in solving challenging manufacturing problems.

We are also a genuine family company with second- and third-generation employees on our team. Half of our staff has been with Wagner for five years or more and many have been here for over 10 years. We combine the benefits and professional-development opportunities of a larger organization with the flexibility teamwork and personal connection of a small shop.

We support employees who want to advance. Wagner will pay for relevant classes and training and we encourage team members to develop new skills. Our goal is to train you well enough to work anywhereand treat you well enough that you choose to stay.

If this sounds like a fit please contact Cher Wagner at .