Manufacturing Estimator

Wingard & Company Inc., a growing Baltimore Maryland aerospace manufacturing company, is seeking an Estimator to join our team. We are a world class manufacturer of electrical steel laminations and other precision metal parts.

Wingard is an established, privately-owned, & employee-centric business with an outstanding work environment. We offer one of the best benefit packages in the industry, including a bonus program, paid vacations and holidays, 401k with employer match, medical benefits, life insurance and short-term/long-term disability.

This is a full time, exempt position with a 4-day work week!

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Estimator plays a key role in winning new business and ensuring profitable, high-quality manufacturing projects. This position partners with sales, engineering, and production teams to create accurate, competitive cost estimates for precision metal fabrication jobs. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving, has deep technical knowledge, and enjoys turning complex requirements into efficient, profitable manufacturing plans.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Quoting

- Prepare detailed cost estimates for complex manufacturing jobs, including consumables, machine hours, and labor.

- Review and interpret customer blueprints, specifications, and RFQs.

- Use historical data, vendor quotes, and production input to develop accurate pricing.

- Source and obtain quotes for specialized outside services when needed.

- Prepare and issue job packets promptly upon order award.

Collaboration & Communication

- Partner with sales account managers to develop winning proposals.

- Engage with customers to negotiate deviations or exceptions when needed.

- Translate requirements clearly from sales to production teams.

Process Improvement

- Analyze completed jobs against original estimates to identify variances.

- Capture lessons learned and update best practices in the company knowledge base.

- Recommend improvements to the estimating process to enhance profitability and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

- 3–5 years of experience in the metal parts fabrication industry.

- 1–2 years of experience in cost estimation or sales quoting.

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.

- Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes (e.g., stamping, laser cutting, CNC milling, EDM, heat treating).

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project).

- Excellent math, data analysis, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

- Familiarity with ISO9001 (AS9100D preferred).

- Knowledge of GD&T.

- Experience with JobBOSS ERP.

- CAD skills (Autodesk, SolidWorks, etc.).

- Data reporting experience (MS Access, Tableau, SQL, Crystal Reports).

Education

- High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30 lbs.

- Comfortable using standard office equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person