Production Associate - Level I

Cummins•Elkhart, KS

12d•$37,350 - $52,650

About The Position

The Production Associate operates manual and automated production equipment according to established procedures, producing goods that meet required specifications while maintaining a safe and productive work environment. The role follows standard work instructions, performs quality inspections, identifies defects, and controls non-conforming materials. The associate is expected to meet production targets and cycle times while working accurately and efficiently. The position requires following health, safety, and environmental policies, using appropriate personal protective equipment, reporting hazards and incidents, and correcting unsafe conditions within the associate’s capabilities. Responsibilities also include keeping the work area clean and organized, performing routine machine cleaning and operator maintenance, and reporting equipment issues to support teams. The associate collaborates with coworkers, skilled trades, and support staff, contributes to continuous improvement, completes required training, adapts to changing production needs, and takes on additional responsibilities as needed. The role may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Cummins is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to protected status.

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 among and learn different areas or positions.
Position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

CNC experience.
PIV experience.

Responsibilities

Operate manual and automated machines according to established procedures and product specifications.
Follow standard work instructions, conduct quality inspections, identify defects, and control non-conforming materials.
Meet production targets and required cycle times while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Follow health, safety, and environmental policies; wear appropriate personal protective equipment; report hazards and incidents; and address unsafe conditions within capabilities.
Keep the work area clean and organized, perform routine machine cleaning and operator maintenance, and communicate equipment issues to support teams.
Collaborate with coworkers, skilled trades, and support staff to resolve production challenges and meet manufacturing objectives.
Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and material flow, and raise concerns that could cause 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 with coworkers, supervisors, and support teams to achieve production goals and solve problems.
Communicate production progress, equipment issues, quality concerns, and safety hazards in a timely and professional manner.
Consider how work quality and accuracy affect the final product and customer satisfaction.
Accept constructive feedback and use self-reflection to improve performance, decision-making, and interactions.
Learn new equipment, manufacturing processes, and procedures, and use successes and mistakes as opportunities to develop.
Seek training and opportunities to expand manufacturing knowledge and skills.
Participate in safety improvements and help maintain an injury-free workplace.
Treat coworkers with respect, remain open to different perspectives, and contribute to an inclusive team environment.