Pioneer Motor Bearing Co.
Manufacturing Cost Estimator – Precision Bearings
Pioneer Motor Bearing Co., Kings Mountain, North Carolina, United States, 28086
Manufacturing Cost Estimator – Precision Bearings at Pioneer Motor Bearing Co.
Base pay range: $25.00/hr – $35.00/hr (actual pay based on skills & experience).
Responsibilities
Study customer BOMs, prints, GD&T, process specifications, and material specs; pull any missing sub-drawings from our files.
Collaborate with QA, Engineering, and Production to capture capability limits and call out exceptions that fall outside current processes.
Build Google Drive quote packages and create time estimates using setup and machining formulas aligned to our workflow.
Research historical performance in our ERP/CRM (Salesforce) to benchmark hours, lead times, and risks.
Engage vendors for validated pricing and lead times on materials; coordinate with outside manufacturers for services or parts we don’t produce.
Deliver accurate TVC, labor hours, and lead times to Sales—plus fast “ballpark” quotes when customer urgency demands it.
What success looks like
On‑time, well‑supported quotes that reflect real capacity and constraints.
Clear documentation of exceptions and complexity so Sales can set the proper labor rates.
Continuously refined estimates based on lessons learned from production and past jobs.
Schedule and location Regular shift: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday at our Kings Mountain plant. This role is cross‑trained to provide backup for Procurement when needed.
What you bring
Self‑driven prioritization and the ability to deliver quotes with minimal oversight.
Strong organization and leadership: manage time, documentation, and deadlines with precision.
Relationship skills across admin and manufacturing teams; crisp verbal and written communication.
Fluency reading drawings, blueprints, GD&T, process/material specs, and BOMs.
Working CAD capability for quick sketches to support quotations.
Practical machining knowledge: tolerances, manual and CNC processes, feeds/speeds, and efficient methods.
Technical grounding in fluid film bearings, rotating equipment, and bearing manufacturing/repair methods.
Toolset: Google Sheets (including formulas), Gmail, docs, virtual meetings, shared calendars; ERP/CRM (Salesforce).
Physical comfort moving through the plant and yard, including climbing stairs to inventory/drawing storage and navigating tight areas.
You’re proficient in
CNC Programming
ITAR Compliance
ISO 9001 Certification Experience
Manual Machining Skills
CAD/CAM Software
AS9100 Experience
How we work We operate in a dynamic service environment where teamwork and communication are essential. We hire for character, skill, and a growth mindset, and we foster a collaborative, creative culture where every person is encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
Compensation and Benefits
Overtime: All overtime hours are paid at 2x pay. Vacation and holiday hours count toward the calculation of overtime hours.
Medical: Three plan options; we pay 95% of employee premiums and contribute significantly toward family coverage.
HSA/FSA: HSA provided with $2,000 (individual) or $4,000 (dependent) company contribution; FSA options available.
Supplemental Health: Revive membership with zero‑cost access to 1,000+ generic medications, free primary care telehealth, mental health support, health/wellness coaching, and access to discounted GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications.
More Coverage: Dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) safe‑harbor matching, plus additional ancillary benefits.
Vacation: 2.5 weeks for new employees, 3 weeks after 3 years, scaling up to 6 weeks.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Machinery Manufacturing
Ready to grow with us? Apply today.
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Base pay range: $25.00/hr – $35.00/hr (actual pay based on skills & experience).
Responsibilities
Study customer BOMs, prints, GD&T, process specifications, and material specs; pull any missing sub-drawings from our files.
Collaborate with QA, Engineering, and Production to capture capability limits and call out exceptions that fall outside current processes.
Build Google Drive quote packages and create time estimates using setup and machining formulas aligned to our workflow.
Research historical performance in our ERP/CRM (Salesforce) to benchmark hours, lead times, and risks.
Engage vendors for validated pricing and lead times on materials; coordinate with outside manufacturers for services or parts we don’t produce.
Deliver accurate TVC, labor hours, and lead times to Sales—plus fast “ballpark” quotes when customer urgency demands it.
What success looks like
On‑time, well‑supported quotes that reflect real capacity and constraints.
Clear documentation of exceptions and complexity so Sales can set the proper labor rates.
Continuously refined estimates based on lessons learned from production and past jobs.
Schedule and location Regular shift: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday at our Kings Mountain plant. This role is cross‑trained to provide backup for Procurement when needed.
What you bring
Self‑driven prioritization and the ability to deliver quotes with minimal oversight.
Strong organization and leadership: manage time, documentation, and deadlines with precision.
Relationship skills across admin and manufacturing teams; crisp verbal and written communication.
Fluency reading drawings, blueprints, GD&T, process/material specs, and BOMs.
Working CAD capability for quick sketches to support quotations.
Practical machining knowledge: tolerances, manual and CNC processes, feeds/speeds, and efficient methods.
Technical grounding in fluid film bearings, rotating equipment, and bearing manufacturing/repair methods.
Toolset: Google Sheets (including formulas), Gmail, docs, virtual meetings, shared calendars; ERP/CRM (Salesforce).
Physical comfort moving through the plant and yard, including climbing stairs to inventory/drawing storage and navigating tight areas.
You’re proficient in
CNC Programming
ITAR Compliance
ISO 9001 Certification Experience
Manual Machining Skills
CAD/CAM Software
AS9100 Experience
How we work We operate in a dynamic service environment where teamwork and communication are essential. We hire for character, skill, and a growth mindset, and we foster a collaborative, creative culture where every person is encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
Compensation and Benefits
Overtime: All overtime hours are paid at 2x pay. Vacation and holiday hours count toward the calculation of overtime hours.
Medical: Three plan options; we pay 95% of employee premiums and contribute significantly toward family coverage.
HSA/FSA: HSA provided with $2,000 (individual) or $4,000 (dependent) company contribution; FSA options available.
Supplemental Health: Revive membership with zero‑cost access to 1,000+ generic medications, free primary care telehealth, mental health support, health/wellness coaching, and access to discounted GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications.
More Coverage: Dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k) safe‑harbor matching, plus additional ancillary benefits.
Vacation: 2.5 weeks for new employees, 3 weeks after 3 years, scaling up to 6 weeks.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Machinery Manufacturing
Ready to grow with us? Apply today.
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