Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

Cummins • Morristown, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs basic non-production activities which support the manufacturing processes 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 working environment. Compliance and Reporting: Reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards ensures compliance with HSE standards and promotes a culture of safety. Environmental Stewardship: Recognizing and minimizing the negative impact of your work on the environment will contribute to sustainable practices. Quality Assurance: Following standard work processes and raising quality concerns will help minimize costs and prevent issues. Continuous Improvement: Supporting quality inspections and continuous improvement activities will enhance overall process efficiency and safety. Operational Excellence: Performing your role with competency and flexibility, while maintaining a clean and orderly work area, will support manufacturing goals. Team Collaboration: Effective communication with your team and support teams will foster a collaborative and productive work environment. Personal Development: Engaging in training and personal development will ensure you stay aligned with business requirements and contribute to ongoing improvements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
• Minimal or no work experience required.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Develop and deliver communications that are tailored to the needs of different audiences.
• Build strong relationships with customers and deliver solutions that meet their needs.
• Use feedback and self-reflection to understand your strengths and areas for improvement.
• Embrace learning through experimentation, using both successes and failures as opportunities to gain new insights.
• Actively seek out new learning opportunities, both formal and informal, to continuously grow and challenge yourself.
• Model proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve workplace safety.
• Recognize and appreciate the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED