Machinist I - 2nd Shift

Cummins•York, SC
•$19 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Machinist I is an apprentice role in a formal skilled trades training program at Cummins Inc.’s manufacturing facility in York, South Carolina. Under the direct guidance of site machinists, the apprentice learns and develops tool room skills in a manufacturing environment. The role requires successfully completing and documenting specified classes and a minimum number of on-the-job training hours, as well as learning safe protocols for working with electricity and other energy sources used with industrial equipment. The position supports safe, compliant and efficient manufacturing operations by reporting hazards, following HSE standards, using appropriate protective equipment, maintaining equipment, supporting preventive maintenance, applying high workmanship standards, and contributing to continuous improvement. The role also involves collaborating and communicating with teammates and support teams.

Requirements

  • High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations.
  • Minimal or no work experience required.
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be able to lift, pull, or push 30 pounds.
  • May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
  • Collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, focus on customer needs, learn nimbly, pursue self-development, champion health and safety, apply manufacturing knowledge, and value differences.

Responsibilities

  • Complete and document required training classes and a minimum quantity of on-the-job training hours.
  • Learn tool room skills under the direct guidance of site machinists.
  • Learn and follow safe protocols for working with electricity and other energy sources in industrial equipment.
  • Promptly report workplace hazards and incidents, follow HSE standards, and use appropriate protective equipment.
  • Encourage team safety and look out for colleagues.
  • Apply high standards of workmanship and provide feedback on maintenance systems.
  • Support equipment uptime and perform preventive maintenance.
  • Identify and reduce manufacturing constraints and participate in continuous improvement activities.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with teammates and support teams.
  • Recognize and mitigate hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls.
  • Implement changes in processes, equipment, and applications to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement.
  • Select work-piece-holding devices to secure parts during manufacturing processes and ensure they meet functional requirements.
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