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Machine Shop Estimator

St. Joseph (Mo.) Chamber of Commerce

St. Joseph (Mo.) Chamber of Commerce

USD 20-24 / hour
Posted on Aug 19, 2025
Listing Title:
Machine Shop Estimator
Company Name:
I&M Machine and Fabrication
Title of Position:
Estimator
Description:
I&M Machine and Fabrication, a local, family-owned business since 1974, takes pride in the exceptional service their employees provide, making customer satisfaction their top priority for over 50 years. A complete service, a one stop shop encompassing a variety of services from Custom Metal Fabrication, Precision Machining to Industrial Metal Finishing.

Our facilities encompass a variety of machines ranging from Sheet and Tube Lasers, CNC Machining Centers, Powder Coating Lines to Deliver Trucks and everything in between needed for Custom Metal Fabrication, Precision Machining to Industrial Metal Finishing.

I&M Machine and Fabrication Corp offers a competitive Base Salary, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Health, Dental & Life. We also offer Vision and 401K.

I&M Machine and Fabrication Corp is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Machine Shop Estimator to join our team.
The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in estimating within a dynamic job shop environment, with a strong foundation in steel and steel fabrication processes. We are looking for someone who is:

• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy in cost analysis and estimating.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and technical drawings.
• Customer-focused, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable in metal fabrication, machining techniques, and industry best practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator who thrives in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment and is ready to contribute to our reputation for quality and reliability.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with proposal preparations
• Work with customers to refine specific requirements of a job
• Provide pricing and lead time information
• Provide complete estimates and supporting information to customers and internal processes
• All other duties assigned

Qualifications

• 1 year of estimating experience is required
• 2+ years of estimating in a job shop environment preferred
• Must have knowledge of steel and steel processes
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Must possess communication and people skills
• Prefer a strong background in metal fabrication and machining processes

Benefits
-Competitive pay
-Annual bonuses
-Health, Dental, and Vision
-Critical illness and life insurance policy available

Rate of Pay: Starting out at $20.00-$24.00 depending on experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Link to Application (if applicable):
https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/CareerHome.action?clientId=8a7883c6882cba50018853f504ad0aad
Name of Contact:
Megann Evans
Email Address of Contact:
meganne@imfab.com
Date of Expiration (if applicable):
09/16/2025