Manufacturing Operator - Genset

Cummins Inc; Daventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Daventry, UK, is seeking Manufacturing Operators to join the Genset department. This role involves assembling and wiring diesel and gas generator components from drawings and standards, with a 37.5-hour week across rotating shifts.

The position is a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months, with a starting salary of 27,942 pounds per year plus an afternoon shift allowance. The role requires a mechanical/electrical background and a proactive, self-managed work style.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some work experience or on-the-job training preferred.
• Mechanical/Electrical background with component fitting.
• Ability to work under own initiative and manage production targets.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing machinery and production equipment safely with minimal supervision.
• Assemble and wire diesel and gas generator electrical components to specification.
• Interpret electrical drawings, engineering documentation and work instructions.
• Complete quality checks accurately and ensure stage documentation is completed.
• Maintain high quality standards in line with business requirements.
• Report issues to supervisor promptly and liaise with shift teams.
• Be flexible and support different areas within the Genset department based on production needs.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Self-motivated

Target driven

Education

High school diploma

Secondary education certificate

Job description

We are looking for talented Manufacturing Operators to join our Manufacturing team within the Genset department at Cummins in Daventry, UK.

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week on a weekly rotating shift pattern:

• Morning shift: Monday to Friday 6:45am – 2:45pm

• Afternoon shift: Monday–Thursday 3:00pm – 11:00pm; Friday 3:00pm – 10:30pm

Starting salary: £27,942.00 per annum + shift allowance for afternoon shift

This is a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months, with the potential to become permanent based on individual performance and business needs.

Job Overview

As a Manufacturing Operator, you will be responsible for assembling and wiring diesel and gas generator electrical components using electrical drawings, engineering standards, and accepted engineering principles across a range of product lines.

In this role, you will:

• Operate manufacturing machinery and production equipment safely, ensuring quality and productivity standards are met with minimal supervision.

• Assemble and wire diesel and gas generator electrical components to specification.

• Interpret and work from electrical drawings, engineering documentation, and work instructions.

• Complete quality checks accurately and ensure all stage process documentation is completed correctly.

• Maintain high quality standards in line with business requirements.

• Report any issues or concerns within your work area to your supervisor promptly.

• Liaise with supervisors to support the smooth and efficient running of production.

• Be flexible and support different areas within the Genset department based on production volumes and business priorities.

Complete all required daily checks, including 5S housekeeping and crane inspections

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Previous assembly or factory experience beneficial.

• Mechanical/ Electrical background (fitting components).

• Ability to work under their own initiative within the recognized process.

• Ability to self-manage in order to achieve production targets.

Education/ Experience:

• 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 or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2436559

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No