Machine Shop Estimator

A prestigious Aerospace company based in Verwood is looking for a full time Machine Shop Estimator to join their team. Do you have industry experience within Aerospace and looking for a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company. We are looking for a candidate with strong communications skills, strives in a fast-paced environment and able to handle multiple projects. Key responsibilities of Machine Shop Estimator: * Read detailed manufacturing drawings and produce machining manufacturing methods in-conjunction with customer specifications for turning, milling, grinding and the treatments of components. * Produce detailed process sketches and technique sheets to aid manufacture if required. * Communicate effectively with design and quality related disciplines to drive and resolve issues promptly to the benefit of the company. * Be familiar with costing processes and compiling costs and quotations in a structured manner for customers. The ideal Machine Shop Estimator: * An appreciation and knowledge of Aerospace related materials and procurement processes is essential. * An appreciation and knowledge of Aerospace and customer specific quality and specifications is necessary. * An understanding of Heat treatment processing. * Knowledge of finishing treatments and processing is essential to determine allowances for machining. * An appreciation of Lean Technique adopting right first time and waste reduction would be an advantage. * Must be fully conversant with Microsoft Office suite of tools, including Word, Excel. * Knowledge of any production software such as MRP systems would be an advantage. * An understanding or proven experience using Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), would be an advantage * Proven use of tools such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA’s), and Control/quality Plans required. * Must be able to demonstrate a flexible approach to ensure that departmental targets and goals are achieved. Machine Shop Estimator Verwood BH31 Hours: Mon – Thurs 7:30am – 4:30pm and Fri 7:30am to 12:30pm Salary £50k

Location: Verwood, Dorset, GB

Posted Date: 11/5/2025