Cummins Inc. · 8 hours ago
DWU - CESC - Quality Technician Special Assignment - 1st Shift
Columbus, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCummins Inc. is a global leader in power solutions, and they are seeking a Quality Technician to assist Engineers in production-related and inspection jobs. The role involves monitoring materials quality, conducting tests, and maintaining documentation to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Compares the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment and products to technical specifications to identify defects
Conducts simple tests (for example on electrical function, reliability, packaging quality)
Records results and prepares simple technical reports
Provides product and component testing using a range of measurement equipment
Assists customers in understanding/interpreting product specifications and application of measurement data
Participates in measurement uncertainty studies for measurements associated with measurement or calibration results
Ensures proper maintenance and calibration of the measurement and test equipment
Lead containment activities to protect the customer and production, including inspection, sorting, and verification of corrective actions
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) activities by collecting data, documenting observations, and supporting corrective and preventive actions
Track and report operational quality KPIs (e.g., scrap, defects, rework) and communicate trends or concerns to the plant team
Assist with non-conformance control, including identification, segregation, labeling, documentation, and disposition support for nonconforming material
Understanding of dimensional analysis and GD&T principles
Communicate quality issues clearly and effectively to operators, supervisors, engineers, and other cross-functional stakeholders across shifts
Set up data collection like tally sheets, trackers on the line to collect and analyze relevant data
Demonstrate and promote a quality mindset by identifying risks, raising concerns, and reinforcing adherence to standards and procedures
Assist in training and coaching operators on quality fundamentals, inspection requirements, and standard work expectations
Support internal and external audit activities
Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint
Support additional activities as assigned by the Quality Engineer
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations
Requires some work experience and intermediate level knowledge obtained through training or on-the-job experience
Lead containment activities to protect the customer and production, including inspection, sorting, and verification of corrective actions
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) activities by collecting data, documenting observations, and supporting corrective and preventive actions
Track and report operational quality KPIs (e.g., scrap, defects, rework) and communicate trends or concerns to the plant team
Assist with non-conformance control, including identification, segregation, labeling, documentation, and disposition support for nonconforming material
Understanding of dimensional analysis and GD&T principles
Communicate quality issues clearly and effectively to operators, supervisors, engineers, and other cross-functional stakeholders across shifts
Set up data collection like tally sheets, trackers on the line to collect and analyze relevant data
Demonstrate and promote a quality mindset by identifying risks, raising concerns, and reinforcing adherence to standards and procedures
Assist in training and coaching operators on quality fundamentals, inspection requirements, and standard work expectations
Support internal and external audit activities
Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint
Support additional activities as assigned by the Quality Engineer
Benefits
Relocation Package
Company
Cummins Inc.
At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams.
Founded in 1919
10001+ employees
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