Machinist - Level I
Cummins Turbo Technologies
DESCRIPTION
The Machinist – Level I is an entry-level skilled trades role participating in a formal apprenticeship or skilled trades training program. Under direct guidance, this position supports site machinists by developing foundational tool room and machining skills in a manufacturing environment. The role focuses on learning safe work practices, completing required technical training and on-the-job hours, and assisting with machining, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement activities in support of operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE)
Stop work and immediately report major injury hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
Report all work-related injuries, illnesses, hazards, or near-miss incidents.
Comply with Cummins HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and promote an interdependent safety culture.
Correct hazards within control and capability and recognize environmental impacts of work activities.
Participate in required HSE training and safety improvement initiatives.
Quality
Learn and apply high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship in all assigned tasks.
Perform supervised work using diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and specifications.
Use appropriate tools, measuring, and testing instruments under guidance.
Support equipment uptime and assist in downtime and failure analysis activities.
Provide feedback into the Preventive Maintenance system.
Follow all process documentation and quality procedures.
Perform quality inspections and raise issues to minimize cost and quality risks.
Delivery & Operations
Attend required classes to develop basic tool room and machining skills.
Complete all required on-the-job training hours as part of the apprenticeship program.
Assist in repairing and maintaining manufacturing equipment within capability.
Support preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including routine housekeeping and machine cleaning.
Identify and help reduce manufacturing constraints.
Participate in problem-solving, process improvement, and continuous improvement activities.
Teamwork & Development
Communicate effectively with assigned teams and support functions.
Participate actively in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and employee development.
Complete training and personal development activities aligned with business requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Competencies
Collaborates: Works effectively with others to achieve shared objectives.
Communicates Effectively: Shares information clearly with team members and support teams.
Customer Focus: Supports internal and external customers through quality workmanship.
Nimble Learning: Learns through hands-on experience, feedback, and continuous improvement.
Self-Development: Actively seeks opportunities to build skills and capability.
Health and Safety Fundamentals: Demonstrates and promotes safe work behaviors.
Controls Safety: Recognizes and manages electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards.
Manufacturing Knowledge: Applies foundational manufacturing principles to daily work.
Tool and Fixture Design: Understands work-holding principles to support accurate machining.
Values Differences: Respects diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
Qualifications
High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience meeting applicable regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and learning.
This position may require licensing or authorization to comply with export control or sanctions regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills and Experience
Minimal or no prior work experience required for external candidates.
Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machining and manufacturing processes.
Ability to follow documented procedures, instructions, and safety standards.
Strong teamwork and communication skills in a shop-floor environment.
Additional Qualifications – Internal Candidates
3–4 years of relevant machining or shop-floor experience.
Hands-on experience with:
CNC machine operation and setup (VMC, HMC, Turning Centers)
CNC program editing (Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak as applicable)
Tool selection, offsets, and wear compensation
In-process inspection and process monitoring
Engineering drawing interpretation (GD&T)
Fixture handling and job changeover
Basic preventive maintenance activities
Cutting parameters (feed, speed, depth of cut)
Cycle time and productivity improvement initiatives
Quality tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis
Safety compliance and shop-floor discipline
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.
As Cummins continues to grow, you'll be provided with continuous learning opportunities, supportive benefits and a culture that values your wellbeing, safety and work-life balance. Here, you'll have the power to determine your future with innovative technology, a focus on sustainability and with a company positioned for long-term growth.