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Machining Skilled Trades - Industrial Machine Repair 3rd Shift

Cummins
United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026

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<p><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>We are looking for a talented </span><strong>Industrial Machine Repair – Level 3- 3rd Shift </strong></a><span>associate to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Lakewood, NY</span><span><span>.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><strong>In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: </strong></span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><strong>Strengthen equipment reliability</strong> by expertly troubleshooting, assembling, installing, and maintaining mechanical systems to keep production running smoothly.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Elevate workplace safety</strong> by proactively identifying hazards, stopping unsafe work, and modeling strict adherence to HSE protocols and PPE requirements.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Improve environmental stewardship</strong> by recognizing how daily tasks affect the environment and consistently acting to reduce negative impact.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Enhance product quality</strong> through meticulous craftsmanship, precise use of technical documentation, and thorough inspections that prevent defects and reduce cost exposure.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Boost operational performance</strong> by executing preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance that minimizes downtime and supports production goals.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Develop team capability</strong> by coaching less‑experienced technicians, sharing knowledge, and serving as a trusted resource for troubleshooting and best practices.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Drive process improvement</strong> by identifying constraints, solving recurring problems, and contributing to continuous improvement and TPM initiatives.</span></p></li> <li> <p><span><strong>Strengthen team cohesion</strong> by communicating clearly, collaborating across support groups, and actively engaging in training and personal development to support collective success.</span></p></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>To be successful in this role you will need the following: </strong></span></p><ul><li><p><span><strong>A collaborative mindset</strong> that allows you to build strong partnerships, work smoothly across teams, and align your efforts with shared production and maintenance goals.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Adaptive communication skills</strong> so you can tailor your message to technicians, supervisors, engineers, or operators—ensuring everyone understands what’s needed, why it matters, and how to act on it.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>The ability to navigate complexity</strong>, making sense of technical data, equipment behavior, and sometimes conflicting information to diagnose issues and choose the best path forward.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>A deep commitment to health and safety</strong>, consistently modeling safe behaviors, reporting hazards, and participating in actions that strengthen an injury‑free, interdependent safety culture.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Strong controls‑related safety awareness</strong>, recognizing electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards and integrating safe practices into every task, plan, and troubleshooting step.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Solid manufacturing knowledge</strong>, enabling you to apply process changes correctly, understand how equipment fits into the larger production system, and contribute meaningfully to continuous improvement.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>A proactive approach to learning</strong>, staying current on procedures, equipment updates, and best practices so you can adapt quickly and support evolving operational needs.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>A mindset focused on improvement</strong>, always looking for ways to enhance reliability, reduce downtime, streamline processes, and support a high‑performance manufacturing environment.</span></p></li></ul><p> </p><p><span><strong>Education/Experience:</strong></span></p><p> </p><p><span>High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations. </span></p><p><br/><span>This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. </span><br/><br/><span>Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.</span><br/> </p> <p><span><span><strong>Additional Information:</strong></span></span></p><p> </p><p><span><strong>To be successful in this role you will need the following:</strong></span></p><ul><li><span>Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.</span></li><li><i><span>One</span></i><span> of the following minimum requirements:</span><br/><span>  — At least <strong>7 years of experience</strong> in a relevant trade field

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