Entry-level Machinist (Level I) role at Cummins’ York, SC manufacturing facility, focused on learning core tool room and machinist fundamentals while supporting safe, reliable production. You’ll work under guidance to assist maintenance activities, follow process documentation, and perform supervised work to specifications with quality inspections. Standout perk: structured coursework and on-the-job training to build machinist skills.
- Coursework and on-the-job training
- TPM-driven continuous improvement environment
- Safety-focused manufacturing culture
We are looking for a talented Machinist - Level I to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in York, SC
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Promote a safe and compliant manufacturing environment by consistently following HSE standards, using proper PPE, reporting hazards, and actively participating in safety training.
- Build strong tool room fundamentals by completing required coursework and on-the-job training hours to develop machinist skills and technical proficiency.
- Support equipment reliability by assisting with preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities under skilled trades guidance.
- Contribute to product quality by performing supervised work to specifications, conducting quality inspections, and following all process documentation and standards.
- Improve manufacturing efficiency by identifying constraints, supporting downtime failure analysis, and providing feedback to preventive maintenance systems.
- Enhance operational readiness by maintaining clean, organized workspaces and supporting equipment upkeep and housekeeping standards.
- Drive continuous improvement by participating in TPM activities focused on safety, quality, process improvement, material flow, and employee development.
- Strengthen team performance by communicating effectively with machinists and support teams while demonstrating a strong learning mindset and craftsmanship discipline.
Responsibilities
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Collaborate and value differences by working effectively with diverse teams, building strong partnerships, and contributing different perspectives to achieve shared manufacturing goals.
- Communicate clearly and effectively by adapting messages to different audiences, ensuring expectations, safety requirements, and customer needs are well understood.
- Maintain a strong customer focus by understanding how your work impacts internal and external customers and delivering reliable, high-quality, customer-centric solutions.
- Demonstrate nimble learning and self-development by actively seeking feedback, learning from hands-on experience, and continuously building skills through formal and informal development.
- Champion health and safety excellence by recognizing and controlling manufacturing hazards (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic) and consistently modeling safe work practices.
- Apply manufacturing and technical knowledge by supporting continuous improvement through effective process changes and sound tool and fixture design that ensures accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience
Minimal or no work experience required.
Qualifications
Required to learn and consistently execute daily safety practices and operator care responsibilities in accordance with established standards and procedures.
About Us
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.