Student - School to Work - Manufacturing (Gearing)
Oct 5, 2026 Fletcher, NC
About us
At Cummins, we believe people should feel continuously challenged and engaged, making meaningful contributions and growing in their careers.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Engineering
We are looking for a talented Student - School to Work - Manufacturing ( Gearing ) student to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Fletcher, NC .
*This position will be on-site in Fletcher, NC.
This is an onsite role to assist the Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems plant Gearing team with a variety of projects.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
• Quality Workmanship: Applying high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship ensures the quality and reliability of the work performed.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in continuous improvement activities and TPM teams helps improve quality, safety, processes, and material flow.
• Ensure Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you help maintain a safe working environment.
• Compliance and Reporting: Reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards ensures compliance with HSE standards and promotes a culture of safety.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaboration - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champion proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety. This will contribute to a safer workplace and an injury-free environment.
• Controls Safety: Recognize and address hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls in a manufacturing environment. This will help you incorporate safe practices and reduce injuries.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Demonstrate your understanding of manufacturing processes by implementing changes to meet functional needs and contribute to continuous improvement. This will enhance operational efficiency.
• Applicants must have good communication skills and be self-starter.
Education :
• For the Fletcher SHOP STW program, current students enrolled in a CNC Machining or related program in the Greater Asheville and surrounding areas are highly encouraged to apply.
• This is an onsite position. Work schedule can vary as needed to accommodate the student's regular school schedule.
Experience :
• Request that successful candidate work a routine schedule up to the STW limit of up to 40 hours per week. There is room for flexibility when needed.
• Successful applicant will be working onsite hours supporting Gearing at the CDBS in Fletcher, NC.
Gearing Student
Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Student - School To Work
ReqID 2436219
Relocation Package No
100% On-Site No
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.
*This position will be on-site in Fletcher, NC.
This is an onsite role to assist the Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems plant Gearing team with a variety of projects.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
• Quality Workmanship: Applying high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship ensures the quality and reliability of the work performed.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in continuous improvement activities and TPM teams helps improve quality, safety, processes, and material flow.
• Ensure Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you help maintain a safe working environment.
• Compliance and Reporting: Reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards ensures compliance with HSE standards and promotes a culture of safety.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaboration - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champion proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety. This will contribute to a safer workplace and an injury-free environment.
• Controls Safety: Recognize and address hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls in a manufacturing environment. This will help you incorporate safe practices and reduce injuries.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Demonstrate your understanding of manufacturing processes by implementing changes to meet functional needs and contribute to continuous improvement. This will enhance operational efficiency.
• Applicants must have good communication skills and be self-starter.
Education :
• For the Fletcher SHOP STW program, current students enrolled in a CNC Machining or related program in the Greater Asheville and surrounding areas are highly encouraged to apply.
• This is an onsite position. Work schedule can vary as needed to accommodate the student's regular school schedule.
Experience :
• Request that successful candidate work a routine schedule up to the STW limit of up to 40 hours per week. There is room for flexibility when needed.
• Successful applicant will be working onsite hours supporting Gearing at the CDBS in Fletcher, NC.
Gearing Student
Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Student - School To Work
ReqID 2436219
Relocation Package No
100% On-Site No
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.
Additional Information
- Salary: $20/hr
- Posted: Oct 5, 2026