Machinist - Level III - 3rd Shift

Cummins Inc.; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in North Charleston, SC, is seeking a Machinist - Level III for 3rd shift to expertly set up and operate lathes, mills, grinders, CNC equipment, and precision measuring tools to meet exact specifications and support production needs.

You will champion safety, contribute to maintenance and TPM initiatives, coach less‑experienced teammates, and partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to improve process capability, reduce downtime, and deliver high‑quality parts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Export controls/licensing may be required.
• Significant work experience or specialized skills.
• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs (Okuma and Fanuc).
• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Fanuc robots and cobots.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safe workplace and use PPE.
• Correct hazards and engage in HSE training.
• Maintain quality through inspections and process documentation.
• Perform preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance.

Skills

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Learning agility

Manufacturing tooling

Education

High school diploma

Export controls license (if applicable)

Tools

Okuma CNC

Fanuc robotics

Cobots

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Machinist - Level III – 3rd Shift to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Cummins Inc. facility in North Charleston, SC.

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

• Championing a safe workplace by stopping work when hazards arise, reporting incidents immediately, using proper PPE, and promoting a culture where teammates look out for one another.

• Protecting people and the environment by correcting hazards within your control, recognizing environmental impacts, and actively engaging in HSE training to strengthen site‑wide safety performance.

• Elevating quality standards through high‑craftsmanship workmanship, accurate inspections, adherence to process documentation, and raising issues early to reduce cost and quality exposure.

• Improving equipment reliability by contributing to downtime failure analysis, providing feedback to preventive maintenance systems, and performing preventive, corrective, emergency, and predictive maintenance activities.

• Delivering precision machining excellence by expertly setting up and operating lathes, mills, grinders, CNC equipment, and precision measuring tools to meet exact specifications and support production needs.

• Developing others and strengthening the team by instructing and coaching less‑experienced team members, serving as an informal technical resource, and helping the team meet daily business goals.

• Driving operational efficiency by identifying and reducing manufacturing constraints, scheduling maintenance around production requirements, and solving problems that improve processes and material flow.

Building a collaborative, improvement‑focused culture by communicating effectively across teams, completing required training, and actively participating in TPM initiatives that enhance safety, quality, flow, and employee development.

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

• Collaborative partnerships to work seamlessly with teammates, support groups, and cross‑functional partners so shared objectives are met with alignment and trust.

• Clear, audience‑focused communication to deliver information in the right format for technicians, engineers, leaders, and operators, ensuring clarity and reducing rework.

• Customer‑driven decision making to build strong relationships, understand end‑user needs, and make timely decisions that keep operations and customers moving forward.

• Strong problem‑solving and learning agility to interpret complex or conflicting information, adapt quickly, experiment, and use both successes and failures to improve future performance.

• Safety‑first technical expertise to champion proactive HSE behaviors, recognize electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic hazards, and integrate safe practices into daily manufacturing work.

• Manufacturing and tooling proficiency to apply process knowledge, implement changes correctly, and select effective tools and fixtures that support quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

• Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on‑the‑job experience.

• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs (Okuma and Fanuc) to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Fanuc robots and collaborative robots (cobots) to support automated manufacturing processes.

• Support setup, operation, troubleshooting, and improvement of balancing equipment and friction welding systems.

• Diagnose equipment issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams to support production goals and new product introductions.

• Assist with process improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.

• Train and support operators and technicians on equipment operation and best practices.

• Maintain accurate documentation for programs, process changes, and troubleshooting activities.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On‑site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

Relocation Package Yes

100% On‑Site No

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