Production Associate

**DESCRIPTION**

**Job Summary**:
**ON-SITE ROLE**

The Production Associate - Level II operates manual and automated production equipment in a manufacturing environment, adhering to established quality, productivity, and safety standards. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The associate is expected to maintain high operational standards with limited supervision, while contributing to a safe, clean, and efficient workspace.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)**:

- Immediately stop work and report any major injury risks or hazards.
- Report all work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or unsafe conditions.
- Follow HSE policies, standards, and procedures; use required personal protective equipment.
- Promote a safety-first mindset by supporting team members and correcting known hazards.
- Participate in HSE training and work to minimize environmental impact.

**Quality**:

- Adhere to all standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures (e.g., SPC, poka-yoke, visual standards).
- Identify and control non-conforming materials; perform regular quality inspections.
- Raise issues proactively to minimize quality and cost risks.

**Delivery & Production**:

- Operate equipment to manufacture or assemble products that meet required specifications.
- Demonstrate competence in core manufacturing skills and meet production targets.
- Maintain cycle times and meet defined engineering standards.
- Perform housekeeping, machine cleaning, and routine maintenance tasks.
- Remain flexible to perform other production-related tasks as needed.

**Teamwork & Collaboration**:

- Communicate effectively within the team and across support functions.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on quality, safety, efficiency, and personal development.
- Work cooperatively with skilled trades and maintenance staff to identify equipment issues.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Competencies**:

- **Communicates Effectively**: Shares information clearly across teams and functions.
- **Courage**: Willingly addresses problems and speaks up when needed.
- **Drives Results**: Maintains consistent performance even under pressure.
- **Ensures Accountability**: Takes ownership and delivers on commitments.
- **Health and Safety Fundamentals**: Promotes and practices proactive safety behavior.
- **Manufacturing Knowledge**: Applies manufacturing processes and continuously seeks improvement.
- **Values Differences**: Embraces diversity and builds inclusive working relationships.

**Education, Licenses, and Certifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent (secondary education completion).
- Any additional certifications relevant to manufacturing or safety compliance are a plus.
- This role may require licensing for compliance with export control or sanctions regulations depending on location.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Skills and Experience Required**:

- Some prior work experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
- Intermediate understanding of assembly processes, tools, and equipment.
- Flexibility to work across various areas in assembly operations.
- Working knowledge of **Genset assembly and components**.
- Familiarity with **7QC tools and general quality principles**.
- Basic understanding of productivity metrics and effective workplace communication.

**Job** Manufacturing

**Organization** Cummins Inc.

**Role Category** On-site

**Job Type** Shop

**ReqID** 2416219

**Relocation Package** No