Supplier Quality Placement 2027

Cummins; Daventry; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins in Daventry is seeking an enthusiastic Supplier Quality student to join our Power Systems team. This is a full-time, hybrid placement, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with Summer 2027 start.

The role requires you to be onsite three days a week and ready to travel or relocate as needed. You will support APQP/PPAP activities, maintain CQMS and PPAP records, assist supplier risk assessments, and lead a 6Sigma Yellow Belt project to improve supplier quality.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or a related business degree (Supply chain / Quality / Project Management).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with strong time management.
• Active participation and contribution as a team member with cross-functional communication.
• Proficient in MS Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Support APQP and PPAP activities for high, med & low risk suppliers.
• Maintain, track and update CQMS, Source Release and PPAP activities through reporting.
• Assist supplier risk assessments with supplier selection and visits.
• Complete 6Sigma Yellow Belt Certification and lead a 6Sigma Green Belt project to improve supplier quality.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Self-motivated

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering or Business degree (Supply chain / Quality / Project Management)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Supplier Quality student to join our team specializing in Quality for our Power Systems Business Segment in Daventry. This is a full-time, hybrid working Monday to Friday 37.5hrs per week. 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!

Starting Summer 2027. The requirements are to be onsite for 3 days per week so you will need to be able to travel or relocate to the location on your own behalf.

External Qualifications and Competencies

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

• Support Power Systems VPI programs APQP and PPAP activities of High, Med & Low risk suppliers
• Maintains, track and update Cummins Quality Systems Management (CQMS), Source Release and PPAP activities through reporting and administration
• Supports Component / Supplier risk assessments with supplier selection and Supplier visits
• Complete 6Sigma Yellow Belt Certification and lead a 6Sigma Green Belt project to improve Supplier Quality processes
• Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues
• Participate in community engagement as part of Cummins commitment to Corporate Responsibility

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

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

• Working towards a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineer or a Business-related degree (Supply chain / Quality / Project Management)
• Self-motivated and confident to work independently with proactive time management and prioritization of tasks
• Active participation and contribution as a team member, including strong cross-functional communication skills and able to define and solve problems in a disciplined approach
• Excellent computer skills – MS Office including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

About the Company

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.