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School to Work - Quality

Yesterday• Troy, MI

This position is not available in GPP database. Talent Acquisition team member will fill in the Posting description after intake meeting.This position is not available in GPP database. Talent Acquisition team member will fill in the Posting description after intake meeting.

Overview:

• Cooperative Education Student who is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering, other equivalent engineering degrees will be considered

• The student works in support of the Supplier Development department by applying knowledge from academic studies

• This person will interface with purchasing, program managers, project engineers, quality engineering, test labs, materials labs, production manufacturing facilities, several internal engineering groups, and supplier personnel

• The Co-op Student works under close supervision of Supplier Development Specialists and Engineers to learn about aspects of development of Meritor's supply base, production quality, and manufacturing processes, which they can apply in their careers after graduation

Responsibilities

Principal Responsibilities:

• Support Supplier Development personnel with program launch and supplier-related activities such as Program meetings, Technical Review meetings, APQP, PPAP, and Chronic Supplier Improvement (CSI) initiative activities

• Monitor key suppliers for quality and delivery performance

• Facilitate communication as required between the program managers, buyers, quality, engineering and supplier development personnel as it relates to supplier readiness for program launches

• Assist in trouble shooting and problem solving with the North American supply base using tools such as 8D corrective action, 5-Why analysis and statistical methods

• Supplier/ Meritor site visits as needed

Provide hands-on support of component test and/or development in the materials laboratory as required

• Complete and present an internal project at the end of the co-op term to the Procurement Leadership Team

Core Competencies

  • Builds Team Orientation
  • Creates Change (Relentlessly Innovates & Improves)
  • Emphasizes Customer Focus
  • Promotes Core Values
  • Promotes Organizational Learning

Qualifications

Education / Experience:

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering

• Demonstrated capability and knowledge of basic mathematics, sciences, and engineering principles

• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Mini Tab preferred

• Understanding of vehicular drive train components and their application

Education

  • • Bachelor's Level Degree

Areas of Study

  • • Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering desired, other equivalent engineering programs will be considered

Job Quality

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Student - School To Work

ReqID 2438323

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Troy, MI
Job ID: Cummins-R-701A10ECB9724050B95232490B6A8C6E
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-09-29T21:55:53

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