Machinist - Level I

Job Description:

Job Summary
The Machinist - Level I position is part of a formal skilled trades apprenticeship or training program. Under direct supervision, the role supports site Machinist skilled trades in developing foundational tool room and machining skills within a manufacturing environment. The incumbent is required to successfully complete defined classroom training and a minimum number of on-the-job training hours, while learning and adhering to safe work protocols related to electricity, industrial machinery, and other energy sources.

Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)
* Stop work immediately and report major injury hazards or unsafe conditions.
* Report all work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, hazards, and near misses.
* Comply with Cummins HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently.
* Promote an interdependent safety culture by looking out for colleagues.
* Correct hazards within individual control and capability.
* Identify environmental impacts of work activities and take actions to minimize negative effects.
* Participate in required HSE training and safety improvement initiatives.
Quality
* Learn and apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship.
* Perform supervised tasks in accordance with engineering drawings, sketches, operation manuals, and specifications.
* Use tools, measuring devices, and testing instruments accurately under guidance.
* Support equipment uptime and assist with downtime and failure analysis.
* Provide feedback and inputs to the Preventive Maintenance system.
* Follow all process documentation and quality procedures.
* Conduct quality inspections and escalate issues to reduce cost and quality risks.
Delivery & Operations
* Attend required classes to build essential tool room and machining knowledge.
* Complete all required on-the-job training hours as part of the apprenticeship program.
* Assist with repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment within assigned capability.
* Support preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities.
* Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area, including housekeeping and machine cleaning.
* Identify and help reduce manufacturing constraints.
* Participate in problem-solving, process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Teamwork & Development
* Communicate effectively with assigned teams and cross-functional support functions.
* Complete training and personal development activities aligned with business needs.
* Actively participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams to improve safety, quality, process efficiency, material flow, and employee development.

Skills and Experience
External Candidates
* Minimal or no prior work experience required.
* Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in machining and manufacturing.
* Ability to understand and follow technical instructions, drawings, and standard work procedures.
* Strong teamwork, communication, and shop-floor discipline.
Internal Candidates
* 3-4 years of relevant machining or manufacturing experience.
* Demonstrated skills in:
* CNC machine operation and setup (VMC, HMC, Turning Centers)
* CNC program editing (Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak as applicable)
* Tool selection, offsets, and wear compensation
* Robot operation and programming (Fanuc and KUKA)
* Honing machine operation and setup changes
* Process monitoring and in-process inspection
* Engineering drawing interpretation (GD&T)
* Fixture handling and job changeover
* Basic preventive maintenance
* Cutting parameters (feed, speed, depth of cut)
* Cycle time and productivity improvement
* Quality tools (5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis)
* Safety compliance and shop-floor discipline

Candidate Requirements:

Competencies
* Collaborates: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
* Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, audience-appropriate communication.
* Customer Focus: Builds strong relationships and supports customer-centric outcomes.
* Nimble Learning: Learns through hands-on experience and continuous feedback.
* Self-Development: Actively seeks opportunities for professional growth.
* Health and Safety Fundamentals: Models proactive safety behaviors and supports an injury-free workplace.
* Controls Safety: Identifies and manages electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards.
* Manufacturing Knowledge: Applies manufacturing principles to support operational excellence.
* Tool and Fixture Design: Understands work-holding concepts to support safe and effective machining.
* Values Differences: Respects and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Qualifications
* High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
* Ability to comply with Cummins policies, procedures, and safety standards.
* This role may require licensing or authorization to comply with export control or sanctions regulations