In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:- Ensure a safe work environment by following all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards, using proper PPE, identifying hazards, and taking immediate action to prevent injuries and incidents.
- Support a culture of safety and accountability by reporting hazards, injuries, and environmental risks, while promoting teamwork and looking out for the well-being of others.
- Maintain high product quality by consistently following standard work instructions, process documentation, and quality procedures throughout the manufacturing process.
- Perform thorough quality inspections and proactively identify, contain, and report non-conforming materials to minimize quality issues and production costs.
- Contribute to on-time delivery by safely operating manual and automated equipment to produce products that meet customer specifications and performance expectations.
- Achieve production objectives by meeting cycle times, engineering standards, and daily output goals while maintaining flexibility to support changing business needs.
- Improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency by performing routine housekeeping, operator maintenance tasks, and collaborating with maintenance teams to address equipment concerns.
- Drive continuous improvement by communicating effectively with team members, completing training and development opportunities, and actively participating in initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, material flow, and employee growth.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:- Build strong relationships and work collaboratively with others to achieve team goals, solve problems efficiently, and support a positive, productive work environment.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, supervisors, and support functions to ensure safety, quality, production needs, and concerns are understood and addressed promptly.
- Maintain a customer-focused mindset by understanding how my work impacts the final product and ensuring that customer expectations for quality, delivery, and reliability are met.
- Demonstrate self-awareness by seeking feedback, reflecting on my performance, recognizing my strengths, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Embrace continuous learning by remaining adaptable, learning from both successes and mistakes, and applying new knowledge to improve performance and solve challenges.
- Invest in my personal and professional development by actively participating in training, pursuing growth opportunities, and continuously expanding my skills and knowledge.
- Champion health and safety every day by identifying and reporting hazards, following safety procedures, encouraging safe behaviors, and helping create an injury-free workplace.
- Value and respect diverse perspectives by embracing different backgrounds, experiences, and ideas that contribute to stronger teamwork, better decision-making, and improved business results. Education, Licenses, Certifications: This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Minimal or no work experience required.
A Production Associate Level 1 at Cummins Rocky Mount Engine Plant (RMEP) helps build diesel engines by performing assigned assembly and production tasks on the manufacturing line. The role focuses on following work instructions, working safely, maintaining quality, and keeping production moving to meet daily goals.
Day-to-day responsibilitiesParticipate in training: Learn new tasks, follow feedback, and look for ways to improve your work.
Move materials when assigned: Help ensure parts and supplies are available to keep production running.
Work with the team: Communicate with coworkers, team leaders, and support departments when assistance is needed.
Keep the work area clean: Maintain an organized workstation and perform routine cleaning and basic equipment care.
Meet production goals: Complete work at the required pace while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Operate equipment: Use hand tools, production machines, or other approved equipment needed to complete assigned tasks.
Maintain quality: Check your work, follow the correct process, and report defects or problems before they move to the next station.
Follow safety procedures: Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), recognize hazards, and report unsafe conditions or injuries.
Build and assemble engines: Perform assigned tasks to help assemble engine components according to work instructions. Help ensure parts and supplies are available to keep production running.
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Shop
ReqID 2440569
Relocation Package No
100% On-Site No
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