Job Description

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

The Machinist - Level I position is part of a formal skilled trades apprenticeship or training program. Under direct supervision, the role supports site Machinist skilled trades in developing foundational tool room and machining skills within a manufacturing environment. The incumbent is required to successfully complete defined classroom training and a minimum number of on-the-job training hours, while learning and adhering to safe work protocols related to electricity, industrial machinery, and other energy sources.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)

Stop work immediately and report major injury hazards or unsafe conditions. Report all work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, hazards, and near misses. Comply with Cummins HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently. Promote an interdependent safety culture by looking out for colleagues. Correct hazards within individual control and capability. Identify environmental impacts of work activities and take actions to minimize negative effects. Participate in required HSE training and safety improvement initiatives.

Quality

Learn and apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship. Perform supervised tasks in accordance with engineering drawings, sketches, operation manuals, and specifications. Use tools, measuring devices, and testing instruments accurately under guidance. Support equipment uptime and assist with downtime and failure analysis. Provide feedback and inputs to the Preventive Maintenance system. Follow all process documentation and quality procedures. Conduct quality inspections and escalate issues to reduce cost and quality risks.

Delivery & Operations

Attend required classes to build essential tool room and machining knowledge. Complete all required on-the-job training hours as part of the apprenticeship program. Assist with repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment within assigned capability. Support preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area, including housekeeping and machine cleaning. Identify and help reduce manufacturing constraints. Participate in problem-solving, process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Teamwork & Development

Communicate effectively with assigned teams and cross-functional support functions. Complete training and personal development activities aligned with business needs. Actively participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams to improve safety, quality, process efficiency, material flow, and employee development.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Competencies

Collaborates:

Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals.

Communicates Effectively:

Delivers clear, audience-appropriate communication.

Customer Focus:

Builds strong relationships and supports customer-centric outcomes.

Nimble Learning:

Learns through hands-on experience and continuous feedback.

Self-Development:

Actively seeks opportunities for professional growth.

Health and Safety Fundamentals:

Models proactive safety behaviors and supports an injury-free workplace.

Controls Safety:

Identifies and manages electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards.

Manufacturing Knowledge:

Applies manufacturing principles to support operational excellence.

Tool and Fixture Design:

Understands work-holding concepts to support safe and effective machining.

Values Differences:

Respects and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Qualifications

High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience meeting applicable regulatory requirements. Ability to comply with Cummins policies, procedures, and safety standards. This role may require licensing or authorization to comply with export control or sanctions regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Experience

External Candidates

Minimal or no prior work experience required. Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in machining and manufacturing. Ability to understand and follow technical instructions, drawings, and standard work procedures. Strong teamwork, communication, and shop-floor discipline.

Internal Candidates

3-4 years of relevant machining or manufacturing experience. Demonstrated skills in: CNC machine operation and setup (VMC, HMC, Turning Centers) CNC program editing (Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak as applicable) Tool selection, offsets, and wear compensation Robot operation and programming (Fanuc and KUKA) Honing machine operation and setup changes Process monitoring and in-process inspection Engineering drawing interpretation (GD&T) Fixture handling and job changeover Basic preventive maintenance Cutting parameters (feed, speed, depth of cut) Cycle time and productivity improvement Quality tools (5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis) Safety compliance and shop-floor discipline

Job

Manufacturing

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Shop

ReqID

2423150

Relocation Package

Yes

100% On-Site

Yes


Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.