▷ 3 Days Left: Production Associate

DESCRIPTION Operates machines and production equipment in accordance with quality productivity and safety requirements in a manufacturing environment with limited guidance This role requires working on a rotational weekly shift basis and involves supporting continuous improvement initiatives in machining processes Key Responsibilities Health Safety Environmental HSE Stop work and immediately report any major injury hazards Report all work-related injuries illnesses incidents or hazards Comply with HSE standards policies procedures and regulations Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE at all times Promote interdependence by looking out for colleagues safety Correct hazards within control and capabilities Recognize the environmental impact of operations and minimize negative effects Participate in HSE training and initiatives Quality Follow all applicable standard work instructions process documentation and quality procedures e g SPC poka-yoke visual standards Raise issues to minimize cost and quality risks Perform quality inspections on finished parts products Identify and segregate non-conforming materials Delivery Production Operate manual and automated machines to manufacture and assemble products to meet customer specifications Achieve production goals in line with defined cycle times and engineering standards Maintain clean safe and orderly work area perform routine housekeeping and planned operator care maintenance tasks Support troubleshooting of equipment issues and work with skilled trades for repairs Remain flexible and perform miscellaneous duties to meet production targets Ensure bottleneck machines continue running during breaks to optimize throughput Teamwork Continuous Improvement Communicate effectively with team members skilled trades and support functions Complete training and personal development as per business needs Actively contribute to quality safety process material flow and employee development improvements Participate in initiatives such as Kaizen Q-Pro and FIFI Support cross-functional teams and other production lines as required RESPONSIBILITIES Qualifications Education High School diploma or equivalent mandatory Diploma in Engineering preferred Mechanical Production Manufacturing Licenses Certifications May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations Competencies Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments Drives Results - Consistently achieves results even in challenging circumstances Communicates Effectively - Delivers clear communication adapted to different audiences Courage - Steps up to address difficult issues and express what needs to be said Health Safety Fundamentals - Champions proactive safety practices to build an injury-free workplace Manufacturing Knowledge - Applies knowledge of machining production processes and continuous improvement methods Values Differences - Recognizes and leverages diverse perspectives and cultures within the team QUALIFICATIONS Skills Experience Minimum 3-4 years of experience in machining processes Familiarity with machining methods such as Grinding EDM AFM SPM etc Preferred hands-on experience in precision grinding turning and related processes Basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills to handle minor equipment issues Ability to operate machines and deliver quality output within defined cycle times Should be able to work in 3-shift rotational schedule Strong adherence to 5S practices and machine area cleanliness Experience in improving RFT Right First Time and OEE Overall Equipment Effectiveness by addressing process losses and rejections Job Manufacturing Organization Cummins Inc Role Category On-site Job Type Shop ReqID 2418622 Relocation Package Yes