Production Technician III - 1st Shift

Cummins•Maxton, NC

1d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins Inc. is hiring a Production Technician Level III for its manufacturing facility in Maxton, North Carolina. The role operates machines and production equipment independently, following work instructions and meeting safety, quality, productivity, environmental, and cost requirements. The technician assembles purchased parts into finished Commercial Vehicle System products and may coach or train lower-level employees. Work is performed under limited supervision in routine situations and requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools, with troubleshooting of recurring mechanical issues as needed. The position supports a safe, orderly, and environmentally responsible workplace; inspects product quality; identifies and controls nonconforming materials; and participates in team goals and continuous improvement. The technician may be assigned to operate a fork truck and must have a valid company forklift license if assigned. The posting identifies the role as 1st Shift but also requires flexibility to work any shift and overtime to meet customer requirements and other assignments.

Requirements

Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
High school diploma, secondary education completion certificate, or equivalent experience meeting applicable regulations; the posting also states that 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, comprehend, and follow written work instructions.
Ability to work flexibly in a team environment.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers.
Ability to operate manufacturing equipment safely and properly.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, grasping tools and parts, pushing and pulling, head and neck movement, visual scanning, bending, reaching, lifting, and turning; some departments require intermittent lifting up to 35–40 pounds without hoist assistance and over 45 pounds with hoist assistance.
Flexibility to work any shift and overtime when required.
A valid company forklift license if assigned to operate a fork truck.
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.
High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
Vocational or technical education may be required for the broad operational knowledge needed for the role.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery and production equipment according to procedures and written instructions, meeting safety, quality, environmental, productivity, and cost requirements.
Assemble purchased parts into finished Commercial Vehicle System products using manufacturing work instructions.
Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, dial indicators, and micrometers, to check products against specifications.
Perform quality inspections and understand customer quality expectations.
Stop work or the production line when necessary to prevent nonconformities, and identify and record product, process, and quality-system problems.
Recommend or provide solutions through designated channels, verify their implementation, and control further processing or delivery of nonconforming products until deficiencies are corrected.
Perform rework and repair operations on nonconforming material.
Perform preventive maintenance and notify maintenance personnel when repairs are needed.
Follow HSE requirements and environmental and quality policies, including Meritor ISO 14001 and TS16949 policies.
Carry out safety, housekeeping, and 5S duties to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
Participate in the team, contribute to team goals, and support continual improvement and employee involvement.
Help track key performance data, identify variances and root causes, and implement and document corrective actions.
Provide assistance, instruction, and training to lower-level employees.
Troubleshoot recurring mechanical issues.
Operate a fork truck safely if assigned and hold a valid company forklift license when required for that assignment.
Work any shift and overtime as required to meet customer needs and other work assignments.
Complete other tasks as required by leadership.