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