Manufacturing Estimator – Bid & Cost Analysis

The Pivot Group Careers; Hart (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Estimator for opportunities in the Hart, MI area. You will prepare bid packages, analyze costs, and work with engineering and production to ensure accurate estimates. This role focuses on manufacturing environments across Oceana County within 45 minutes of Hart.

Responsibilities include updating pricing, tracking awarded jobs, requesting supplier quotes, and maintaining cost history in the ERP system. A detail-oriented mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to meet bid deadlines.
• Experience estimating costs in a manufacturing or machine shop setting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong math skills and comfort with spreadsheets and ERP software.
• Knowledge of machining, fabrication, or assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit bid packages to customers by the deadline.
• Track awarded jobs and compare actual costs to the estimate.
• Update pricing when material costs or customer requirements change.
• Maintain estimating records and cost history in the company system.
• Review customer drawings and specifications to prepare cost estimates.
• Calculate material, labor, and machine time for each job.
• Request quotes from suppliers for purchased parts and materials.
• Work with engineering and production to confirm manufacturing methods.

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is seeking an Estimator for opportunities in the Hart, MI area. You will prepare bid packages, analyze costs, and work with engineering and production to ensure accurate estimates. This role focuses on manufacturing environments across Oceana County within 45 minutes of Hart.

Responsibilities include updating pricing, tracking awarded jobs, requesting supplier quotes, and maintaining cost history in the ERP system. A detail-oriented mindset is essential.