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PLACEMENT STUDENT - Supplier Quality

Yesterday Rugby, United Kingdom

DESCRIPTION

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Supplier Quality student to join our team specializing in Quality for our Supplier Quality business unit in Daventry. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Support Power Systems VPI programs APQP and PPAP activities of High, Med & Low risk suppliers
  • Maintains, track and update Cummins Quality Systems Management (CQMS), Source Release and PPAP activities through reporting and administration
  • Supports Component / Supplier risk assessments with supplier selection and Supplier visits
  • Complete 6Sigma Yellow Belt Certification and lead a 6 Sigma Green Belt project to improve Supplier Quality processes
  • Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues
  • Participate in community engagement as part of Cummins commitment to Corporate Responsibility

QUALIFICATIONS

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • Working towards a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineer or a Business-related degree (Supply chain / Quality / Project Management)
  • Self-motivated and confident to work independently with proactive time management and prioritization of tasks
  • Active participation and contribution as a team member, including strong cross-functional communication skills and able to define and solve problems in a disciplined approach
  • Excellent computer skills - MS Office including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

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Working at Cummins

At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!

CLOSING DATE: 12 th November 2025

Job Quality

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement

ReqID 2418113

Relocation Package No

Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom
Job ID: Cummins-R-30F9A0C967404440A20EB1F263EB1729
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-10-02T19:24:30

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