Estimator Sheet Metal Fabrication

Job Description

Job Description

Prestige Metal Products, Inc. – Bristol, WI

Prestige Metal Products is hiring an experienced Estimator to support our growing custom sheet metal fabrication and contract manufacturing operation.

We’ve been building precision metal products for more than 70 years, serving industries including pharmaceutical, food service, transportation, water treatment, industrial equipment, and power generation. Our team works with stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and carbon steel across a wide range of fabrication and machining projects. ()

This is not an entry-level quoting role. We are looking for someone who understands fabrication processes, can read prints without babysitting, and knows how to build accurate, competitive quotes while protecting margin.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations from customer prints, models, and specifications
• Analyze material, labor, machining, welding, finishing, tooling, and outside processing costs
• Interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, BOMs, and customer requirements
• Work closely with engineering, production, purchasing, and management teams
• Communicate directly with customers regarding RFQs, revisions, timelines, and technical questions
• Evaluate manufacturing methods and recommend cost-saving opportunities
• Maintain quote records and support continuous improvement of estimating processes
• Help prioritize incoming RFQs and meet quote turnaround expectations

• 5+ years of estimating experience in sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, or metal manufacturing

• Strong understanding of:- Laser cutting

  • Punching/stamping
  • Forming and press brakes
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Machining operations
  • Assembly and finishing processes

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T

• Experience pricing stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel projects

• Strong math and analytical skills

• High attention to detail and sense of urgency

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Knowledge of nesting, material utilization, and production routing
• CAD software familiarity
• Contract manufacturing background
• APICS or manufacturing-related certifications are a plus.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Stable, long-term manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Full-time position with growth opportunities
• Benefits package available

Prestige Metal Products is a U.S.-based custom fabrication and manufacturing company specializing in precision sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, contract manufacturing, and assembly services. Our capabilities include laser cutting, forming, punching, welding, grinding, polishing, assembly, packaging, testing, and engineering support. ()

We’re focused on delivering reliable lead times, consistent quality, and real manufacturing partnerships for our customers.

Prestige Metal Products, Inc. 19241 83rd Street Bristol, WI 53104

Send your resume and relevant experience to:

Subject Line: Experienced Estimator Application

If you know fabrication, understand manufacturing costs, and can quote work accurately without wasting everyone’s time, we want to talk.

You should be proficient in:

• Measuring and Quoting
• Warehouse Experience
• Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• MIG Welder
• TIG Welder
• 3D Modeling
• 2D Drawings
• GTAW Welder (Miller, Lincoln)
• Thread Gauges (GO/NO-GO)
• CNC Laser Cutter (Cincinnati, Bystronic)
• Flux-Cored Arc Welder
• Press Brake (Cincinnati)
• CAD Software (Autodesk Inventor)
• ERP Software
• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers
• Laser Punch Press
• Laser Welder