CURRENT OPENINGS
Steel Estimator
Steel Estimator
Location: Waunakee, WI
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
7:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. (Monday-Friday)
Endres Manufacturing Company is a leading AISC structural steel fabricator known for quality, innovation, and a strong family‑focused culture. We value loyalty, hard work, and collaboration—and we’re looking for a Steel Estimator who brings technical skill, curiosity, and a commitment to excellence.
About the Role
The Steel Estimator prepares accurate and competitive cost estimates for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects. This role requires strong technical ability, the capacity to interpret drawings and specifications, and the confidence to manage estimates with moderate independence. You’ll work closely with engineering, detailing, project management, and vendors to ensure bids are complete, feasible, and aligned with company standards.
Key Responsibilities
Daily
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents
- Perform material takeoffs and quantity calculations
- Prepare estimate worksheets and pricing summaries
- Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing
- Identify scope gaps and constructability considerations
- Coordinate with detailing and project management teams
Weekly
- Participate in bid review meetings
- Update bid calendars, logs, and pipeline reports
- Collaborate with project management on capacity and scheduling
- Support entry-level estimators as needed
Monthly
- Conduct post‑bid reviews and refine estimating accuracy
- Update cost databases and historical pricing
- Strengthen vendor and subcontractor relationships
Quarterly
- Contribute to process improvements and template updates
- Analyze steel market trends and pricing shifts
- Participate in cross‑functional planning
Annually
- Support budgeting and forecasting
- Participate in performance and development planning
- Contribute to long‑term estimating initiatives
Skills & Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in structural steel estimating, fabrication, or construction
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
- Proficiency in structural steel takeoffs, pricing, and bid preparation
- Ability to interpret structural drawings and connection details
- Understanding of fabrication processes, erection methods, coatings, and industry standards
- Familiarity with AISC codes and estimating software (Tekla EPM, FabSuite, Bluebeam)
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids
Performance Metrics
- Accuracy and completeness of estimates
- Timeliness in meeting bid deadlines
- Ability to identify risks and scope gaps
- Collaboration and communication effectiveness
- Contribution to process improvements
Compensation & Benefits
- Health, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Profit sharing
- Company‑sponsored events and more
Endres Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Location: Waunakee, WI
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
7:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. (Monday-Friday)
Job Overview Project Manager
Endres Manufacturing is an AISC certified and Structural Steel Manufacturing company that has been around for 100 years. Endres Manufacturing is a family-owned company located in both Waunakee and Arlington, WI. Currently, we are hiring a Project Manager position. The Project Manager is responsible for managing the projects throughout the design process, into our shop for fabrication and scheduling out for delivery to the job site. The Project Manager will be the main point of contact on the job and be working on building positive, professional relationships with the customer and design professionals while assisting with the planning, organization, and management of the day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities for Project Manager
- Work directly with Structural Designers, Project Leads and Project Managers to help implement and hit project goals.
- Oversee variable aspects of projects and provide direct assistance to ensure timely project execution.
- Responsible for all communications with Joist & Deck Suppliers to coordinate scheduling and answer any job-related questions.
- Prepares the schedule with the Vice President of Operations and updates as necessary to reflect current project status.
- Oversees project goals and ensures project goals are achievable and stay on schedule.
- Manage all purchase orders, change orders, submittals, RFI’s and proposals.
- Assist with securing materials and other items necessary for completing project goals.
- Checking addendums and new information for any changes to your assigned work.
- Effectively communicates within the company with the Production Management Team.
- Comprehension of and ability to read blueprints, welding symbols, etc.
- Completes project close out documents.
Qualifications for Project Manager
- A Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or a field related industry
- 1-5 years of proven and successful experience.
- Experience with Tekla EPM, Bluebeam, CAD, Revit, SDS2 a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Suite
- Experience with Scheduling
- Experience with Managing/Tracking Budgets
- Structural Steel Background
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication Skills
- Meticulous with a passion for ensuring projects proceed efficiently and effectively.
- Committed to producing accurate and complete work.
Endres Mfg. offers a competitive salary and benefits that include Health Insurance, Company paid Disability and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Bonuses, Company Sponsored Events and More!
Endres Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Machine Operator
Machine Operator
Location: Waunakee, WI
Waunakee: 1st Shift-6:00a.m. – 3:30p.m. (Monday-Friday)
2nd Shift-3:30pm-3:00a.m. (Monday-Thursday)
Job Overview Machine Operator
Endres Manufacturing Company is seeking dependable, safety‑minded Machine Operators to join our Punch & Shear, Saw, and related production departments. Machine Operators configure, load, operate, and maintain equipment to ensure efficient, accurate, and high‑quality production of structural steel components. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, mechanical problem‑solving, and contributing to a team‑driven manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily machine operations in the Punch & Shear, Saw, Burn Table, and related departments
- Calibrate machines before production and ensure equipment is cleaned and inspected regularly
- Load and unload raw materials, including structural steel, using overhead cranes and forklifts
- Operate saws, shears, burn tables, hand tools, and other production equipment
- Monitor machine performance, adjust settings, and troubleshoot issues or malfunctions
- Verify incoming materials, report shortages or damage, and maintain organized stock rotation
- Read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, job layouts, and handbooks
- Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications
- Support production flow by assisting with assembly line tasks as needed
- Follow all company safety policies and use assigned PPE correctly
- Perform all assigned tasks to support business needs and production schedules
Job Requirements
- 1 year of machine operation experience or equivalent education preferred
- Experience with heavy‑duty or high‑speed machinery
- Ability to operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and hand tools
- Strong measurement skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Capable of reading a tape measure
- Basic Math Skills
- Capable of reading structural and architectural blueprints
- Strong understanding of safety procedures and hazard regulations
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- High school diploma or GED required
- Structural steel experience preferred
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, twisting, and reaching
- Regular use of hands and fingers to operate tools and machinery
- Ability to grip, grasp, push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent overhead hoist use; minimal forklift use depending on department
- Ability to work as part of a team to complete shared tasks
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Profit sharing and bonus opportunities
- Company‑sponsored events and more
Endres Manufacturing Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Machine Operator and Material Handler
Machine Operator and Material Handler
Location: Arlington, WI
Arlington: 2nd Shift-3:30pm-3:00a.m. (Monday-Thursday)
Job Overview Machine Operator
Endres Manufacturing is looking for a Machine Operator and Material Handler for our Structural Department. Machine Operators take care of all machine-specific functions such as configuring the equipment, loading, and operating the machines, and optimizing the machine capability. They need to ensure that the machine works at its full capacity, oversee its maintenance, and perform timely quality checks. Material Handlers are responsible for all material handling needs, primarily using overhead remote cranes to move Structural Steel.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the day-to-day tasks in the Structural department
- Calibrate the machine before the production begins.
- Ensure the machines are regularly checked and cleaned.
- Feed raw materials into semi-automated machines and help the assembly line.
- Ability to prioritize and meet scheduling demands.
- Load and Unload Material from trucks and within shop as needed.
- Effectively use assigned personal protective equipment.
- Ensures the proper use of equipment and execution of projects.
- Monitor and control the machine performance and settings.
- Inspect machinery with appropriate tools.
- Hands on experience with machine operating and production lines.
- Learning how to operate different machines and processes involved with production.
- Clean-up work areas
- Verify contents of material received under purchase orders.
- Report shortages, damages, and incorrect shipments on appropriate forms and to designated personnel.
- Ensure proper rotation and organization of stock and participate in physical inventories.
- Ability to prioritize and meet scheduling demands.
- Loads and unloads freight in a safe manner. Operates any material handling equipment safely and efficiently. Make certain all the equipment needed for handling and moving goods is available and in safe working conditions.
- Troubleshoot/Fix any issues or malfunctions that may occur.
- Perform all job duties adhering to company safety policies.
- Perform all assigned activities to support the business objectives/needs.
Job Requirements:
- 1-year machine operation or equivalent education preferred
- Ability to perform minor maintenance.
- Basic Math
- Ability to read tape measures.
- Strong knowledge of heavy duty and high-speed machinery
- Operate hand tools and overhead cranes.
- Stores materials and supplies in proper storage locations
- Drives forklift, loads and unloads trucks, to include structural steel.
- Must be willing to be cross trained in different machines and in different departments as needed.
- Strong ability to use measurement tools.
- Strong ability to work alone or with little supervision.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints and job layouts and handbooks.
- Excellent knowledge of safety methods and hazard regulations.
- Team interaction and effective communication skills
- High school or general education degree (GED) required.
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- Ability to work as a team, sharing assignments to complete single units.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist, and reach.
- Use of hands and fingers required to manipulate machines and other tools.
- Must be able to stand and walk constantly.
- Must be able to work outside, inside and in dusty, noisy areas and all types of weather.
- Must be able to work in high places, tight places, confined spaces.
- Must be able to grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, and stoop.
- Must be able to lift/carry products to 50-75 lbs. at varying frequencies.
- Bending/Twisting: Must be able to bend at the waist, flexing knees, and twist body to perform some tasks.
- Must be able to train on the 1st shift at our Waunakee, WI location.
Endres Manufacturing offers a competitive salary and benefits that include health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, profit sharing, bonuses, paid holiday, company sponsored events and more!
Endres Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Structural Fabricator
Structural Fabricator
Endres Manufacturing Company is currently looking for Experienced Structural Steel Fabricator. We are an AISC certificated fabricators of structural steel located in both Arlington and Waunakee, WI.
A structural fabricator is responsible for creating metal structures and components from raw materials using various tools and machinery. This role requires a combination of technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Standard Working Hours:
Waunakee:
1st Shift-6:00a.m. – 3:30p.m. (Monday-Friday)
2nd Shift-3:30p.m.-3:00a.m. (Monday-Thursday)
Arlington:
1st Shift-6:00a.m.-3:30p.m. (Monday-Friday)
2nd Shift-3:30p.m.-3:00a.m. (Monday-Thursday)
Job Duties:
- Design and Blueprint Interpretation: Reading and understanding technical drawings, blueprints and schematics to create accurate components.
- Interpret and use prints to perform layout and welding techniques for structural steel fabrication
- Cutting and Shaping: Using tools like shears, rollers, and bending machines to cut and shape metal.
- Assembly: Putting together various metal parts to form a complete structure ensuring all components fit together correctly. Perform welding tasks as well to join metal parts securely.
- Quality Control: Inspecting finished products to ensure they meet specifications and standards.
- Operate equipment including welding, bolting, grinders, polishers, shearing machines, overhead crane operation and hand tools
- Welding Techniques: Proficiency in different welding methods, such as MIG, TIG, and arc welding.
- Heat Application: Applying precise heat to create strong, reliable joints.
- Material Preparation: Cleaning and preparing metal surfaces before welding.
- Equipment Maintenance: Maintaining and repairing welding equipment
- Safety Protocols: Following strict safety guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Documentation: Keep accurate records of work performed, including materials used and time spent on each project.
- Properly use assigned PPE (personal protective equipment)
Job Requirements:
- High school or general education degree (GED) required
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure precision in cutting, shaping, and assembling metal parts.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the fabrication process.
- Physical Stamina: Good physical condition to handle the demands of the job, including lifting heavy materials and standing for long periods.
- Communication: Good communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors.
- 3 years+ Structural Fabrication experience or equivalent advanced education preferred
- Ability to read measuring tools
- Team interaction and good communication skills
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- Ability to fabricate products as a team member, sharing assignments to complete single units
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist and reach
- Use of hands and fingers required to manipulate welding gun, hand grinders and other fabrication tools
- Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds of material
Endres Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Material Handler
Material Handler
Waunakee:
1st Shift-6:00a.m. – 3:30p.m. (Monday-Friday)
Job Overview Material Handler
Endres Manufacturing is looking for a 1st Shift Material Handler for our Structural Department. Material Handlers are responsible for all material handling needs, primarily using overhead cranes to move Structural Steel. The Material Handler will be required to achieve company standards for safety, quality, and productivity.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the day-to-day tasks in the Structural department
- Verify contents of material received under purchase orders
- Report shortages, damages, and incorrect shipments on appropriate forms and to designated personnel
- Ensure proper rotation and organization of stock and participate in physical inventories
- Ability to prioritize and meet scheduling demands
- Loads and unloads freight in a safe manner. Operates any material handling equipment safely and efficiently. Makes certain all equipment needed for handling and moving of goods is available and in safe working condition.
- Properly uses assigned personal protective equipment
- Ensures the proper use of equipment and execution of projects
- Learning how to operate different machines and processes involved with the production
- Perform all job duties adhering to company safety policies
- Perform all assigned activities to support the business objectives/needs
Job Requirements:
- Operate hand tools, forklifts and overhead cranes
- Drives forklift, loads and unloads trucks, to include structural steel
- Stores materials and supplies in proper storage locations
- Ability to identify and resolve basic problems
- Strong ability to work alone or with little supervision
- Excellent knowledge of safety methods and hazard regulations
- Team interaction and good communication skills
- High school or general education degree (GED) required
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, squat, kneel, bend, twist and reach
- Use of hands and fingers required to manipulate machine and other tools
- Must be able to stand and walk constantly
- Must be able to grip, grasp, push, pull, reach and stoop
- Must be able to lift/carry products to 50 lbs. at varying frequencies
- Bending/Twisting: Must be able to bend at the waist, flexing knees, and twist body to perform some tasks
Endres Manufacturing offers a competitive salary and benefits that include health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, profit sharing, paid holiday, company sponsored events and more!
Structural Steel Designers
Structural Steel Designers
Structural Steel Detailer/AutoCAD/SDS2/3D Modeling/Architectural Drafting
Endres Manufacturing Company is currently looking for a structural steel Designer. We are an AISC certified fabricator of structural steel located in Arlington, WI & Waunakee, WI.
Standard Working Hours:
Monday-Friday: 7:00am – 5:00pm
Job Duties:
- Prepare and Deliver customer approval drawings, fabrication drawings and installation drawings on time and with accuracy.
- Prepare conceptual design and draft submittal drawings for customer, field measurement drawings, final installation and fabrication drawings.
- Revise per redlines from customer.
- Responsible for meeting project schedules and budgets
- Develop new product designs in communication with supervisor.
- Deliver drawings on schedule based on project schedule requirements.
- Ability to work in fast paced environment managing multiple jobs.
Job Requirements:
- Associate degree in Structural/Mechanical/Civil/Architectural Drafting, Construction, Engineering or related field preferred
- 1 year of detailing experience preferred.
- Knowledge of SDS/2 and CAD software a plus
- Read and interpret work instructions, prints, drawings and job layouts.
- Steel background preferred.
- Team interaction and excellent communication skills
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
- Ability to detail products as a team member, sharing assignments to complete single units.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Endres Mfg. offers a competitive salary and benefits that include Health Insurance, Company paid Disability and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Profit Sharing, Paid Holidays, Bonuses, Company Sponsored Events and More!
Endres Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.