Production Associate

DESCRIPTION Job Summary ON-SITE ROLE The Production Associate Level II is responsible for operating machines and production equipment in alignment with safety quality and productivity standards in a manufacturing environment The role requires moderate guidance and involves tasks related to assembly testing and up fit of gensets while maintaining a strong focus on health safety and environmental compliance Key Responsibilities Health Safety Environmental HSE Stop work and immediately report any injury hazards Comply with HSE policies standards and regulations Use personal protective equipment appropriately Engage in HSE training and promote safety awareness Recognize and minimize environmental impacts from work Identify report and help correct hazards within scope Quality Follow standard work SPC Statistical Process Control poka-yoke and visual standards Conduct quality inspections and identify non-conforming materials Raise quality issues to mitigate cost and production impact Demonstrate knowledge of basic quality tools such as 7 QC tools and 7 problem-solving steps Delivery Operations Operate manual and automated equipment for manufacturing and assembly Meet production goals and cycle times engineering standards Maintain a clean and organized workspace through daily housekeeping and operator care Perform planned equipment maintenance and report issues Display flexibility by supporting various tasks and shifts as needed Teamwork Collaboration Communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional staff Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives Contribute to process safety and quality improvements actively RESPONSIBILITIES Required Competencies Communicates Effectively Delivers clear audience-appropriate communication Courage Willing to speak up and handle difficult situations constructively Drives Results Consistently delivers goals even under pressure Ensures Accountability Owns responsibilities and drives team accountability Health and Safety Fundamentals Promotes safe work practices and culture Manufacturing Knowledge Applies technical and process knowledge to improve operations Values Differences Embraces diverse perspectives to enhance team performance Qualifications Education High school diploma secondary school completion certificate or equivalent Additional vocational or technical training in manufacturing or mechanical fields is a plus Licenses Certifications May require export control or compliance-related licensing depending on work location and regulations QUALIFICATIONS Skills Experience Prior experience in a manufacturing or production setting preferred Intermediate skills in Mechanical assembly especially genset and engine components Electrical electronic components in genset applications Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings Knowledge of Basic quality tools 7 QC tools 7-step problem-solving Safety practices and Cummins HSE standards Working knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint Must be willing and able to work across all three shifts as per operational needs Work Conditions Fast-paced manufacturing floor Physical work including standing lifting bending and operating machinery Shift-based work including evenings nights and weekends as scheduled Job Manufacturing Organization Cummins Inc Role Category On-site Job Type Shop ReqID 2415429 Relocation Package No