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Precision Sheet Metal Estimator

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Compensation
$32/hr
Location
Brockton, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Kelly Services is hiring an experienced Precision Sheet Metal Estimator for a direct‑hire role in Brockton, MA. The position involves reviewing engineering drawings, estimating material, labor, tooling and overhead costs, preparing detailed quotes, and collaborating with engineering, production, purchasing and sales teams to support prototype and low‑volume sheet metal projects.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Sheet Metal EstimatingEngineering Drawing InterpretationSheet Metal Fabrication ProcessesEstimating SoftwareMathematical SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsIndependent WorkCNC MachiningPress BrakesLaser CuttingPunch PressesWeldingHardware InsertionFinishingOutside ProcessingPrototype ManufacturingLow‑Volume Manufacturing

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentTechnical or Vocational Training

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Precision Sheet Metal Estimator

Direct Hire | Brockton, MA | $32/hour, possibly higher based on experience

Kelly® is hiring an experienced Precision Sheet Metal Estimator for a direct-hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing company in Brockton, MA .

This role is ideal for someone with strong experience reviewing technical drawings, estimating sheet metal fabrication costs, and preparing accurate customer quotes for prototype and low-volume manufacturing projects.

If you understand sheet metal fabrication, materials, labor, tooling, outside processing, and cost estimating , this could be a great next step.

DIRECT HIRE

Location: Brockton, MA

Pay: $32/hour, possibly higher based on experience

Schedule: 1st Shift

Employment Type: Direct Hire

What You’ll Be Doing

As the Precision Sheet Metal Estimator, you’ll be responsible for reviewing customer drawings and specifications, determining manufacturing requirements, and developing accurate and competitive quotations.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications

  • Estimate material, labor, tooling, outside processing, and overhead costs

  • Prepare detailed customer quotes and proposals

  • Evaluate project feasibility and anticipated production requirements

  • Collaborate with engineering, production, purchasing, and sales teams

  • Source and evaluate material, supplier, and subcontractor pricing

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality requirements

  • Analyze previous jobs to improve estimating accuracy

  • Assist with project planning, lead-time estimates, and profitability

  • Communicate professionally with customers regarding scope, pricing, and lead times

  • Maintain current knowledge of sheet metal manufacturing processes and equipment

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with previous experience in sheet metal or precision manufacturing estimating who understands how a part moves from drawing to finished product.

Strong candidates will have:

  • Previous sheet metal estimating experience

  • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints

  • Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes and materials

  • Experience estimating material, labor, tooling, and manufacturing costs

  • Experience using estimating or manufacturing software

  • Strong math and analytical skills

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Strong customer service and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is preferred

A Big Plus

Experience with any of the following would be especially valuable:

  • Prototype or low-volume manufacturing

  • CNC machining

  • Machining estimating

  • Press brakes

  • Laser cutting

  • Punch presses

  • Welding

  • Hardware insertion

  • Finishing or outside processing

  • Precision manufacturing environments

Why You’ll Want This Role

  • Direct Hire opportunity

  • Starting around $32/hour with potential for higher pay based on experience

  • Work with prototype and precision-manufacturing projects

  • Opportunity to work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and customers

  • Variety of projects rather than repetitive high-volume estimating

  • Join a company where your estimating decisions directly impact production and profitability

If you have experience estimating precision sheet metal fabrication projects and enjoy turning technical drawings into accurate, competitive quotes, we’d like to speak with you.

Apply today for this Direct Hire Precision Sheet Metal Estimator opportunity in Brockton, MA.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment\_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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