Production Associate - Level I

Cummins

Posted 20 days ago

Full Time

Forest City, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

The primary duties involve building daily production schedules using MRP systems and Excel, understanding componentry to match material to schedules, and conducting shift walks to assess readiness and availability. When on shift, the role supports cycle counting, material support for various teams, and assisting with MIA hunting and ticket management.

We are seeking a Production Associate to operate machines and production equipment in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include ensuring safety, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with a team to meet production goals. This role requires adherence to safety and environmental standards while actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Machine Operation

Production Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

HSE Standards Adherence

Quality Inspection

Material Identification

Production Scheduling

MRP Systems

Excel

Material Matching

Cycle Counting

Material Support

MIA Hunting

Team Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Workplace Organization

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Back-up Scheduler to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Forest City, NC.

Job Summary:

Operates machines and production equipment in accordance with quality and productivity requirements safely in a manufacturing environment with direct guidance.

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

•    Ensuring Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you’ll help maintain a safe work environment for everyone.
•    Compliance and Reporting: Your adherence to HSE standards and prompt reporting of any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards will ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
•    Environmental Stewardship: Recognizing and minimizing the environmental impact of your work will contribute to the company’s sustainability goals.
•    Quality Assurance: Performing quality inspections and identifying non-conforming materials will help maintain high product standards and reduce costs.
•    Efficient Production: Operating equipment to meet customer expectations and achieving production goals will ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
•    Workplace Organization: Maintaining a clean and orderly work area will enhance productivity and safety.
•    Team Collaboration: Effective communication with your team and support staff will foster a collaborative work environment and improve overall efficiency.
•    Continuous Improvement: Engaging in training and actively participating in initiatives to improve quality, safety, and processes will drive personal and organizational growth.


Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

Cummins

At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams, coaching, development and opportunities to make a difference. Across our entire organization, you'll find engineers, developers, and technicians who are innovating, designing, testing, and building. You'll also find accountants, marketers, as well as manufacturing, quality and supply chain specialists who are working with technology that's just as innovative and advanced. From your first day at Cummins, we’re focused on understanding your talents, current skills and future goals – and creating a plan to get you there. Your journey begins with planning your development and connecting to diverse experiences designed to spur innovation. From our internships to our senior leadership roles, we attract, hire and reward the best and brightest from around the world and look to them for new ideas and fresh perspectives. Learn more about #LifeAtCummins at cummins.com/careers.

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