Forging Press Operator - 3rd Shift

PowerToFly; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Forging Press Operator at our Morristown, TN facility. This role focuses on maintaining a safe and efficient manufacturing environment, adhering to health and safety standards, and supporting product quality. Ideal candidates will demonstrate effective communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. While minimal work experience is required, the role involves participating in continuous improvement efforts and maintaining a clean work space. Training and adaptation to business goals are essential.

Responsibilities

• Follow HSE standards and report hazards.
• Assist with inspection activities to improve quality.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform routine tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with peers to enhance performance.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Effective communication

Customer-focused mindset

Feedback receptiveness

Continuous improvement

Health and safety advocacy

Education

Minimal or no work experience required

Job description

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Forging Press Operator to join our team specializing in manufacturing at our Cummins Inc. facility in Morristown, TN.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to a safe manufacturing environment by proactively following HSE standards, reporting hazards or incidents immediately, and promoting a culture of looking out for others.
• Support product and process quality by adhering to standard work, raising quality concerns early, and assisting with inspection activities to reduce defects and cost exposure.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by reliably completing assigned non‑production tasks in line with defined roles, productivity targets, and operational priorities.
• Strengthen continuous improvement efforts by participating in activities that enhance safety, quality, process performance, and employee development.
• Protect company resources and operational flow by maintaining a clean, orderly work area and performing routine housekeeping and support activities.
• Build operational capability by learning and applying the Cummins Operating System (COS) and developing core manufacturing skill competencies.
• Enhance team performance by communicating effectively with peers and support teams to maintain consistent process performance.
• Demonstrate flexibility and commitment to business goals by completing required training, adapting to changing needs, and performing miscellaneous duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Build strong partnerships by collaborating effectively with teammates and stakeholders to achieve shared operational and business objectives.
• Communicate clearly and thoughtfully by adapting your message and delivery to meet the needs of different audiences.
• Maintain a customer‑focused mindset by developing strong relationships and delivering solutions that align with customer needs and expectations.
• Demonstrate self‑awareness by actively seeking feedback, reflecting on performance, and understanding personal strengths and development areas.
• Embrace nimble learning by experimenting, learning from both successes and failures, and continuously improving how you approach new challenges.
• Champion health, safety, and inclusion by modeling safe behaviors, valuing diverse perspectives, and contributing to a respectful, injury‑free workplace.
• Education, Licenses, Certifications: This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Experience: Minimal or no work experience required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On‑site.

EEO STATEMENT

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E‑Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.