Manufacturing Operations Leader (Lean & Safety)

Cummins Inc; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN, is seeking an experienced Operation Team Manager to lead daily production operations and drive safety, quality, and productivity.

You will coach and empower teams, set clear priorities, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance to achieve key business goals. The role requires a college degree or equivalent, supervisory experience, and may involve export controls licensing.

Qualifications

• College or university degree required, or equivalent experience.
• Licensing may be required for export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Drive a culture of safety and accountability by promoting safe work practices and partnering with cross-functional teams to implement improvements.
• Improve operational performance by identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processes.
• Develop and empower team members through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Set clear expectations and direction by defining responsibilities and aligning priorities.
• Lead projects and improvement initiatives by coordinating resources and driving execution.
• Maintain high standards of quality and workplace organization through housekeeping and quality processes.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, maintenance, and operations teams.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams by building trust and inclusive environment.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with stakeholders to achieve goals.
• Drive execution and sound decision-making by prioritizing and removing barriers.
• Champion safety and continuous improvement through proactive health practices and root-cause investigations.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety culture

Operations management

Process improvement

Coaching

Cross-functional collab

Data-driven decisions

Education

College degree or equivalent

Export controls licensing

Supervisory experience

Job description

Cummins Inc. in Columbus, IN, is seeking an experienced Operation Team Manager to lead daily production operations and drive safety, quality, and productivity.

You will coach and empower teams, set clear priorities, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance to achieve key business goals. The role requires a college degree or equivalent, supervisory experience, and may involve export controls licensing.