Welder

We are looking for a talented Welder to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Forest City, NC.

Job Summary:

As part of a training or development program, learns and develops required skills in a manufacturing environment under direct guidance. Apprentice will be required to successfully complete and document specified classes and a minimum quantity of on the job training hours. Learns and understand the protocols of working safely with electricity and other energy sources with industrial equipment.

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

•    Ensure Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you help maintain a safe working environment.
•    Compliance and Reporting: Reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards ensures compliance with HSE standards and promotes a culture of safety.
•    Use of PPE: Consistently using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) helps prevent injuries and promotes a safe workplace.
•    Environmental Awareness: Recognizing and minimizing the negative impact of your work on the environment contributes to sustainability efforts.
•    Quality Workmanship: Applying high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship ensures the quality and reliability of the work performed.
•    Preventive Maintenance: Providing feedback into the Preventive Maintenance system and supporting equipment uptime and downtime failure analysis helps maintain operational efficiency.
•    Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in continuous improvement activities and TPM teams helps improve quality, safety, processes, and material flow.
•    Effective Communication: Communicating effectively with your team and support teams fosters collaboration and enhances overall productivity.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:
•    Collaboration: Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals. This will help you integrate smoothly into the team and contribute effectively.
•    Effective Communication: Develop and deliver clear, multi-mode communications tailored to the unique needs of different audiences. This ensures that everyone is on the same page and can work together efficiently.
•    Customer Focus: Build strong relationships with customers and deliver solutions that meet their needs. This will help you provide excellent service and maintain customer satisfaction.
•    Self-Awareness: Use feedback and reflection to gain insights into your strengths and weaknesses. This will help you continuously improve and adapt to new challenges.
•    Nimble Learning: Embrace learning through experimentation, using both successes and failures as opportunities to grow. This will enable you to tackle new problems effectively.
•    Self-Development: Actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged, using both formal and informal development channels. This will help you stay current and advance in your career.
•    Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champion proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety. This will contribute to a safer workplace and an injury-free environment.
•    Controls Safety: Recognize and address hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls in a manufacturing environment. This will help you incorporate safe practices and reduce injuries.
•    Manufacturing Knowledge: Demonstrate your understanding of manufacturing processes by implementing changes to meet functional needs and contribute to continuous improvement. This will enhance operational efficiency.
•    Valuing Differences: Recognize and appreciate the value of diverse perspectives and cultures. This will foster an inclusive environment and drive innovation.

Education, Licenses, Certifications: 
•    This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 

Experience: 
•    Minimal or no work experience required.

What We’re Looking For:
•    MIG welding experience
•    Ability to read and follow specific work instructions
•    Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs
•    Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
•    Willingness to work in hot or cold environments
•     Knowledge of weld-shop processes – preferred
•    Previous welding experience in a manufacturing environment - preferred
What You’ll Do as a Production MIG Welder:
•    Weld components using approved tools and equipment
•    Ensure all parts are assembled and/or welded correctly before proceeding
•    Meet production standards while maintaining quality
•    Support standardized work processes and continuous improvement
•    Participate in 5S activities and uphold safety standards
•    Comply with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements
•    Perform additional related tasks and special projects as needed

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.