Placement Student- UK Logistics Centre Operations

Cummins Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in engine and power technology is seeking a UK Logistics Centre Operations Placement Student. In this role, you will identify continuous improvement opportunities and coordinate projects at the UK's Daventry facility. This placement is ideal for students pursuing a degree in Business or Logistics and will commence in Summer of 2026. Gain invaluable experience while working with a diverse and inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Wide range of applicants encouraged to apply.
• Ability to present confidently to stakeholders.
• Solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify Continuous Improvement opportunities within the facility.
• Roll out improvement projects using Industrial Engineering techniques.
• Coordinate cross-functional UK Logistics Centre projects.
• Review and improve picking & packing processes.
• Participate in data analysis and present findings to leadership.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Education

Studying towards a Business/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning/Statistics degree

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That’s what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

We are looking for an enthusiastic UK Logistics Centre Operations Placement Student to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Corporate/CBS Business Segment in UK, Daventry. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Identifying Continuous Improvement opportunities within the facility and rolling out improvement projects.
• Using Continuous Improvement and Industrial Engineering techniques to measure processes and quantify improvements.
• Ergonomics projects to improve manual handling processes with the use of lifting equipment.
• Coordinating cross-functional UK Logistics Centre projects with strategic importance to business transitions or processes.
• Review and improve current picking & packing processes for production & aftermarket customers.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions, data analysis and presenting findings to the leadership team. Share best practices with other sites in the Cummins network.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

• We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a Business/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning/Statistics degree.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to present confidently to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Solution orientated with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel would be beneficial.

Working at Cummins

At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know.