Manufacturing Operator - Genset

Cummins Inc.; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Daventry, UK, is hiring Manufacturing Operators to assemble and wire electrical components for diesel and gas generators. Working 37.5 hours per week on rotating shifts, you will operate production equipment and follow drawings and documentation to ensure quality and productivity.

The role starts at £27,942 per year plus an afternoon shift allowance, with a fixed-term contract up to 24 months and potential to extend based on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some work experience or on-the-job training is expected
• Previous assembly or factory experience is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing machinery and production equipment safely
• Assemble and wire diesel and gas generator electrical components to specification
• Interpret and follow electrical drawings and work instructions
• Complete quality checks and documentation for each stage
• Maintain high quality standards and report issues promptly
• Collaborate with supervisors to ensure smooth production

Skills

Factory experience

Electrical fitting

Mechanical background

Self-motivation

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

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No