Production Associate - Level I

Cummins•Elkhart, IN

12d

About The Position

The Production Associate operates manual and automated production equipment according to established procedures to produce items that meet required specifications. The role involves following work instructions, performing quality inspections, identifying defects, and controlling non-conforming materials while meeting production targets and cycle times. The associate follows health, safety, and environmental policies, uses appropriate personal protective equipment, reports hazards and incidents, and helps address unsafe conditions. The role also includes keeping the work area organized, cleaning machines, performing routine operator maintenance, and communicating equipment issues to support teams. The associate works with coworkers, skilled trades, and support staff to meet production objectives and contribute ideas for improving safety, quality, productivity, and material flow. Required training and ongoing skill development are part of the position, along with adapting to changing production needs and taking on additional responsibilities as needed. The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Requirements

Minimal or no work experience required.
Ability to safely operate a hoist and crane to lift products or parts.
Ability to use hand tools.
Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
Familiarity with inventory systems, such as RF scanners.
Flexibility and adaptability to rotate and learn different areas or positions.
Complete any licensing that may be required for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

CNC experience.
PIV experience.

Responsibilities

Operate manual and automated production equipment safely and according to established procedures.
Follow standard work instructions, inspect products for quality, identify defects, and control non-conforming materials.
Meet production targets and required cycle times while working accurately and efficiently.
Follow health, safety, and environmental policies; wear appropriate personal protective equipment; report hazards and incidents; and address unsafe conditions within the associate’s capabilities.
Keep the work area clean and organized, clean machines, perform routine operator maintenance, and communicate equipment issues to support teams.
Collaborate and communicate with coworkers, skilled trades, supervisors, and support staff to address production challenges and achieve manufacturing objectives.
Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and material flow, and raise concerns about potential costs, defects, or delays.
Complete required training, develop manufacturing skills, adapt to changing production needs, and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Build working relationships, communicate production progress and concerns, and maintain focus on how work quality affects the final product and customer satisfaction.
Accept constructive feedback, learn from successes and mistakes, and pursue ongoing self-development.
Treat coworkers respectfully, remain open to different perspectives, and contribute to an inclusive team environment.