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Manufacturing Shop Operations Managers - Seniors #IN1206 Cummins Emission Solutions

6 days ago Columbus, IN

DESCRIPTION

Provide manufacturing leadership for plant, shift and department. Manage multiple shifts of an assembly line, fabrication or machining operation. Drive results, create and monitor measures, and set expectations in safety, quality and cost. Communicate with customers, suppliers, shop floor, stakeholders and support staff while leading the annual operating plan, forecasts, and other measurements for manufacturing operations. Apply Team Based Work Systems and Production Structure utilizing decision making process to balance customer, individual, and business needs. Utilize Lean Manufacturing techniques including Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping to lead key continuous improvement projects that improve the cost reduction process and focus on the 7 wastes: over-production, waiting time, transportation, over-processing, inventory, motion, and scrap. Examine HSE incidents by completing quality, evidence-based investigations with accurate root cause analysis, resulting in effective corrective actions, accurate reporting and avoiding repeated incidents. Identify, report and participate in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free facility adhering to Health and Safety Fundamentals. Utilize knowledge of key process to identify and troubleshoot manufacturing errors. Utilize experience with manage execution to delegate tasks to team members in order to coordinate performance across teams and ensure execution. Apply a range of monitoring and planning tools to manage complex manufacturing projects. Utilize Six Sigma Process Improvement tools to develop processes, plans, and schedules to provide relevant information and obtain feedback from the organization. Apply knowledge of Labor and Employee Relations to implement programs and tools that influence the organizational culture and ensure fairness and consistent treatment of employees, feedback mechanisms, and communication programs. Create an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly between self and others. Provide guidance and feedback for team members in accomplishing tasks and goals. Apply knowledge of Performance Management to establish performance standards and communicate them in a way that creates buy-in. Set expectations and clarify responsibilities for team members. Identify training needs and develop and implement training plans. Utilize knowledge of Emergency Management and Response to ensure that facility production, operations, employee health, and financial standing will not be interrupted by an unforeseen emergency.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions require a Master's degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience as a Manufacturing, Quality or Industrial Engineer, Production, Lean or Manufacturing Manager or related position. Alternatively, the employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field and 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing, Quality or Industrial Engineer, Production, Lean or Manufacturing Manager or related position. Experience to include: Annual Operating Plan (AOP); Team Based Work Systems; Lean Manufacturing techniques including Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping; HSE Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis; Health and Safety Fundamentals; Six Sigma Process Improvement tools; Manage Execution; Labor and Employee Relations; Performance Management; Emergency Management and Response.

QUALIFICATIONS

Start date of posting: 11/06/2025

End date of posting: 11/21/2025

Position: On-Site

Location: Columbus, IN

*Annual USD Salary Minimum - Maximum

$130,229 - $140,000

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Exempt - Entry Level

Min Salary $

Max Salary $

ReqID 2421452

Relocation Package Yes

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Columbus, IN
Job ID: Cummins-R-FDC9351B1B3344D2A89544FDED9B2017
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-07T19:19:48

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion