Production Technician III

Cummins•Maxton, NC

5d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician III operates machines and production equipment independently in a manufacturing environment, following work instructions and safety, quality, productivity, and environmental requirements. The role assembles purchased parts into finished Commercial Vehicle System products and may provide instruction, coaching, and assistance to lower-level employees. It works under limited supervision in routine situations and may involve troubleshooting recurring mechanical issues. The technician is responsible for producing quality products that meet customer expectations; operating machinery and manufacturing equipment according to established procedures; inspecting products with precision measuring instruments; and identifying, documenting, and addressing product, process, or quality-system problems. The role may require safe operation of a fork truck when assigned, with a valid company forklift license. The position also includes rework and repair of nonconforming material, preventive maintenance, notifying maintenance personnel of needed repairs, and taking action to prevent nonconformities, including stopping the production line when necessary. The technician participates in team goals and continuous improvement, supports performance tracking and corrective actions, and maintains safety, housekeeping, and 5S standards. Flexibility to work any shift and overtime to meet customer requirements is required. The role is at Cummins Inc.'s manufacturing facility in Maxton, North Carolina. The stated base rate is $18.00–$25.00 per hour.

Requirements

Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
Broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience; vocational or technical education may be required.
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations; the qualifications section also says a high school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
Ability to understand and use basic math, fractions, basic algebra, decimals, and metric measurements.
Ability to read and understand work instructions.
Ability to work flexibly and effectively in a team environment.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers.
Ability to operate manufacturing equipment and follow established procedures safely and in a quality-focused manner.
Ability to communicate clearly with management staff and other production technicians.
Ability to work any shift and overtime to meet customer requirements.
Ability to perform the physical activities described for the position, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, or an electrical/electronic field is highly preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.
A valid company forklift license is needed if assigned to operate a fork truck.

Responsibilities

Operate machines and production equipment safely and independently in accordance with work instructions and productivity, quality, and environmental requirements.
Assemble purchased parts into finished Commercial Vehicle System products.
Read, understand, and execute written instructions; use basic math and manufacturing knowledge in production work.
Inspect product quality and use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, dial indicators, and micrometers, to verify product characteristics against specifications.
Operate a fork truck safely when assigned and maintain a valid company forklift license.
Stop work or the production line as needed to prevent nonconformities and report major injury hazards, workplace incidents, illnesses, and hazards.
Identify and record product, process, and quality-system problems; recommend or provide solutions through designated channels and verify implementation.
Control further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming products until the condition is corrected according to applicable procedures or delegation.
Perform rework and repair operations on nonconforming material.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and notify appropriate maintenance personnel of repairs that are needed.
Carry out safety and housekeeping duties and maintain 5S and best-practice standards.
Participate actively in the team to achieve goals and support a flexible work culture by learning and operating equipment as needed.
Support continuous improvement, employee involvement, and compliance with written environmental and quality policies, including ISO 14001 and TS16949 policies.
Support the team in tracking key performance data, identifying variances and root causes, implementing corrective actions, and documenting results.
Provide assistance and training to lower-level employees and serve as a resource for team members.
Work any shift and overtime as needed to meet customer requirements and other work assignments.
Complete other tasks as required by leadership.