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Manufacturing Estimator in Elmhurst

Date Posted: 08 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-established and growing industrial manufacturing company in the Chicago area is looking for a Manufacturing Estimator to join its team.

Responsibilities

  • Review customer drawings, specifications and quote requests.
  • Develop manufacturing routings and cost estimates.
  • Estimate materials, machining, labor, tooling and outside services.
  • Work with Sales, Engineering and Production to evaluate manufacturability.
  • Improve estimating accuracy and identify cost savings.

Qualifications

  • At least two years of manufacturing experience.
  • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
  • Understanding of machining and manufacturing processes.
  • Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
  • Quoting or estimating experience preferred.
  • Familiarity with GD&T is a plus.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

To be considered, apply with a resume. For questions, reach out to Macahl Raske directly at (605) 610-3490 or macahl.raske@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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