Production Technician III

Cummins•Maxton, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Production Technician III for its manufacturing facility in Maxton, North Carolina. The role operates machines and production equipment independently in accordance with safety, quality, and productivity requirements. The technician may instruct or coach others and serve as a resource for team members. The position supports safe and environmentally responsible operations, product quality, production goals, orderly work areas, and continuous improvement. The work requires physical access to all areas of the plant, subject to reasonable accommodations, and clear communication with management staff and other production technicians. During a regular shift, the role may involve standing for 5–6 hours; grasping tools and parts with both hands and pushing or pulling for 3–4 hours; static or turning head and neck movement for 3–4 hours; and looking forward, side to side, and down for 7–8 hours. Manual assembly may also involve bending, reaching, lifting, and turning. Some departments may require occasional or intermittent lifting of up to 35–40 pounds without hoist assistance and more than 45 pounds with hoist assistance.

Requirements

High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations.
Two years of experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, or an electrical/electronic field.
Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
Ability to use basic math, fractions, basic algebra, decimals, and metric measurements.
Ability to read and understand work instructions.
Flexibility and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers.
Ability to physically access all areas of the plant with reasonable accommodations.
Ability to communicate clearly with management staff and other production technicians.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, grasping, pushing, pulling, head and neck movement, visual scanning, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning; some departments require occasional or intermittent lifting of up to 35–40 pounds without hoist assistance and over 45 pounds with hoist assistance.
The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Responsibilities

Operate machines and production equipment independently while meeting safety, quality, and productivity requirements.
Stop work and immediately report major injury hazards.
Report work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, and hazards.
Follow HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Recognize the environmental impact of work and help minimize negative effects.
Perform quality inspections and identify non-conforming materials.
Achieve production goals and maintain clean, orderly work areas.
Instruct and coach others and act as a resource for team members.
Participate in training and personal development and seek process improvements.
Collaborate with the team to achieve shared goals.
Communicate clearly across different modes and audiences.
Address difficult issues, make timely and informed decisions, and deliver results.
Hold self and others accountable for commitments and manage complex information to solve problems.
Identify, report, and participate in actions that improve workplace health and safety.
Apply manufacturing knowledge to implement changes and drive continuous improvement.
Recognize and value differing perspectives and cultures.