Freelance or Part-time - approx 2-3 days per week, potential to move to full time/salaried position
ABOUT THE ROLE
Good Empire is a precision manufacturing business specialising in CNC machining, laser cutting, and engraving. We work with clients across a wide range of industries and pride ourselves on accuracy, turnaround, and value.
We’re open to making this work for the right person. Whether you’re a seasoned estimator looking for a part-time position, or a freelancer who takes on quoting and sales work independently — we’d like to hear from you. The priority is finding someone who genuinely knows the industry and can hit the ground running.
HOW THIS ROLE COULD WORK - We are considering either option
A regular part-time position with set hours each week. Ideal if you’re looking for something stable and ongoing alongside other commitments.
Freelance / contract
Working with us on a self-employed basis, handling quotes and customer enquiries as needed. Flexible and project-based.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
* Receiving and reviewing customer enquiries — interpreting technical drawings, DXF/DWG files, and written briefs
* Producing accurate, competitive quotes for CNC machining, laser cutting, and engraving work
* Liaising with production to understand lead times, material availability, and capacity
* Following up on quotes and converting enquiries into confirmed orders
* Building and maintaining relationships with new and returning customers
* Responding to customer enquiries efficiently, and keeping them up to date with process
* Identifying opportunities to upsell or suggest more efficient manufacturing approaches
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
* Proven experience in estimating or technical sales within a manufacturing environment
* Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes – laser cutting / CNC / Waterjet / Vinyl / Embroidery / Heatpress – or similar background
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and CAD files
* Commercially minded — understands margins, materials, and machine time
* Excellent communication skills; confident dealing with customers by phone and email
* Organised and self-sufficient — equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team
WHY GOOD EMPIRE
* Flexible engagement — we’ll work around the right person
* A growing, hands‑on business where your work has real impact
* Skilled team with modern CNC and laser cutting equipment
* Competitive pay — rate or salary depending on arrangement
To apply, please tell us how you’d like to work and send your CV along with a statement about why you would be a good fit for us to joely@goodempire.com
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