Production Associate - Level I

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Promote a safe and injury-free workplace by identifying hazards, following HSE procedures, using proper PPE, and immediately reporting safety concerns before they become incidents.
• Protect your team and strengthen a culture of accountability by looking out for coworkers, encouraging safe work practices, and taking action when hazards are within your control to correct.
• Ensure high-quality products reach customers by following standard work instructions, performing quality inspections, and identifying non-conforming materials before they move through the production process.
• Reduce waste, rework, and production costs by raising quality concerns early and helping prevent defects and unnecessary material losses.
• Support on-time delivery and customer satisfaction by operating equipment efficiently, meeting production targets, and maintaining required cycle times and engineering standards.
• Maximize equipment reliability and productivity by performing routine cleaning, operator care, basic maintenance tasks, and reporting equipment issues before they impact production.
• Drive continuous improvement across the operation by actively participating in initiatives that improve safety, quality, material flow, efficiency, and employee development.
• Contribute to a high-performing team environment through effective communication, collaboration with peers and support staff, and ongoing learning that helps the business meet its goals.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Build strong working relationships by collaborating effectively with teammates, support staff, and leaders to achieve shared production, quality, and safety goals.
• Communicate clearly and professionally by sharing information, reporting concerns, asking questions when needed, and ensuring everyone involved understands priorities and expectations.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset by understanding that the quality, safety, and timeliness of your work directly impact customer satisfaction and business success.
• Be self-aware and open to feedback by regularly reflecting on your performance, recognizing your strengths, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Embrace continuous learning by adapting to new processes, equipment, and challenges while viewing both successes and mistakes as opportunities to grow.
• Take ownership of your development by actively participating in training, seeking new skills, and looking for ways to expand your knowledge and contribute at a higher level.
• Lead by example in health and safety by consistently following safety procedures, identifying and reporting hazards, participating in safety initiatives, and helping create an injury-free workplace.
• Value diverse perspectives and experiences by treating others with respect, listening to different viewpoints, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute to team success. Education, Licenses, Certifications: This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Minimal or no work experience required.

A Production Associate Level 1 at Cummins Rocky Mount Engine Plant (RMEP) helps build diesel engines by performing assigned assembly and production tasks on the manufacturing line. The role focuses on following work instructions, working safely, maintaining quality, and keeping production moving to meet daily goals.

Day-to-day responsibilities

Participate in training: Learn new tasks, follow feedback, and look for ways to improve your work.

Move materials when assigned: Help ensure parts and supplies are available to keep production running.

Work with the team: Communicate with coworkers, team leaders, and support departments when assistance is needed.

Keep the work area clean: Maintain an organized workstation and perform routine cleaning and basic equipment care.

Meet production goals: Complete work at the required pace while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Operate equipment: Use hand tools, production machines, or other approved equipment needed to complete assigned tasks.

Maintain quality: Check your work, follow the correct process, and report defects or problems before they move to the next station.

Follow safety procedures: Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), recognize hazards, and report unsafe conditions or injuries.

Build and assemble engines: Perform assigned tasks to help assemble engine components according to work instructions. Help ensure parts and supplies are available to keep production running.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2440571

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site Yes

Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.