Quoting Specialist
Company: Proto Technologies, Inc.
Location: Liberty Lake, WA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Type: Full-Time
Pay: $23.00 – $32.00 per hour, DOE
Who We Are
Proto Technologies is a precision CNC machining and rapid prototyping manufacturer serving Tier 1 defense and aerospace prime contractors. We operate in an AS9100D and ITAR-regulated environment where accuracy, speed, and technical credibility aren’t optional — they’re expected.
We’re looking for a Quoting Specialist who has been on the shop floor and understands what they’re quoting. If you’ve run 3-axis or 5-axis mills, programmed in Mastercam, and can talk shop with customers, this role is built for someone like you.
What You’ll Do
- Review customer RFQs, drawings, and 3D models to scope work and identify manufacturing approach.
- Develop accurate labor, material, tooling, and outside processing estimates using your hands-on machining knowledge.
- Use Mastercam or similar CAM software to assess part complexity and programming time.
- Stage and manage quotes in our ERP system with complete, accurate documentation.
- Communicate directly with customers throughout the quoting process — setting expectations, answering technical questions, and following up on open quotes.
- Coordinate with our machine shop team to validate lead times and capacity.
- Support win/loss tracking and help refine our quoting approach over time.
- Request outside processing and material quotes from approved suppliers.
What We’re Looking For
Required
- Hands-on experience as a machinist on 3-axis and/or 5-axis CNC mills.
- Proficiency in Mastercam — you understand how programs are built, not just that they exist.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Strong customer communication skills — written and verbal.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple quotes simultaneously.
Nice to Have
- Prior quoting, estimating, or applications engineering experience in a job shop environment.
- Familiarity with AS9100D, ITAR, or aerospace/defense manufacturing requirements.
- Knowledge of raw materials, tooling costs, and outside processing (anodize, plating, heat treat, etc.).
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $23.00 – $32.00 per hour depending on experience. Candidates with both machining and quoting experience will be considered at the top of the range.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
