Production Associate - Level I

We are looking for a talented Production Associate - Level I to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Rocky Mount, NC.

 

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

• Championing Safe Work Practices — Stopping unsafe work, reporting hazards immediately, and using proper PPE to strengthen an interdependent, injury‑free workplace.
• Supporting Environmental Responsibility — Recognizing how daily tasks affect the environment and taking steps to minimize negative impact.
• Maintaining High Quality Standards — Following standard work, documentation, and quality procedures to prevent defects and reduce cost exposure.
• Managing Non‑Conforming Material — Identifying, containing, and escalating non‑conforming materials to protect product integrity.
• Delivering Reliable Production Output — Operating manual and automated equipment at the required cycle time to meet production goals and customer expectations.
• Maintaining Equipment and Work Areas — Performing routine housekeeping, cleaning, and operator‑level maintenance to support equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Collaborating Effectively With Teams — Communicating clearly with peers, skilled trades, and support teams to keep operations aligned and issues resolved.
• Contributing to Continuous Improvement — Participating in efforts that enhance safety, quality, material flow, and employee development.

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

• Collaborative Partnerships — Building productive relationships with teammates, support groups, and cross‑functional partners to achieve shared goals.
• Effective, Audience‑Aware Communication — Delivering information in ways that match the needs of operators, leaders, and customers so expectations and issues are always clear.
• Customer‑Centered Thinking — Understanding customer expectations and contributing to solutions that protect quality, reliability, and satisfaction.
• Self‑Awareness and Reflection — Using feedback and personal reflection to understand strengths, address gaps, and improve performance.
• Commitment to Self‑Development — Seeking out training, coaching, and hands‑on learning opportunities to grow skills and take on new challenges.
• Proactive Safety Leadership — Identifying hazards, reporting concerns, and participating in safety improvements to support an interdependent, injury‑free workplace.
• Operational Discipline — Following processes, standards, and procedures consistently to maintain quality and reliability.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset — Looking for ways to enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality through small daily improvements

 

Education/Experience:

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 

Minimal or no work experience required.

Additional Information:

Need to be able to learn multiple stations.

 

Compensation: 

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.