Trainer- Delta Line - 3rd Shift

Cummins Inc.; Ladson (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Ladson, SC is seeking a Trainer on the Delta Line for the 3rd shift to develop a high-performing manufacturing team.

You will lead on-the-job training, reinforce safety, ensure product quality, and coach teammates to meet production goals and cycle times.

The role emphasizes hands-on coaching, adherence to procedures, and active participation in continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing or training roles.
• Ability to follow procedures and safety rules.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to work 3rd shift.
• Familiarity with export controls or licensing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-the-job training for operators.
• Assess and improve operator performance.
• Enforce safety protocols and PPE.
• Support quality initiatives and SPC adoption.
• Document training and process changes.
• Collaborate with maintenance and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Training delivery

Process improvement

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Trainer – Delta Line -3rd Shift to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Ladson, SC.

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

• Championing a proactive safety culture by stopping work when hazards arise, reporting incidents immediately, using proper PPE, and promoting an interdependent environment where everyone looks 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 through disciplined execution by following SPC, poka yoke, visual standards, and process documentation while raising issues early to reduce cost and quality exposure.




• Ensuring product integrity by performing accurate inspections, identifying non conforming material, and taking action to protect downstream processes and customer expectations.




• Delivering high precision manufacturing results by independently operating equipment, machining and assembling components to exact specifications, and consistently achieving production goals and cycle times.




• Developing and supporting others by instructing and coaching less experienced team members, serving as an informal technical resource, and strengthening overall team capability.




• Improving equipment reliability and flow by performing operator care tasks, maintaining a clean work area, collaborating with skilled trades, and identifying equipment needing repair to reduce downtime.




• Driving continuous improvement with your team by communicating effectively, completing required training, and actively participating in initiatives that enhance safety, quality, material flow, and employee development.

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

• Collaborate: Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.




• Make Quality Decisions: Make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.




• Drive Results: Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances.




• Manage Complexity: Make sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.




• Champion Health and Safety Fundamentals: Identify, report, and participate in actions to improve health and safety.




• Demonstrate Manufacturing Knowledge: Correctly implement changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function’s needs and contribute towards 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.




• Lead training - Provide on-the-job training by presenting information, using a variety of instructional techniques to ensure operators are confident, skilled, and aligned with the company's procedures, standard work, and policies.




• Evaluate performance - Use a variety of assessment techniques to gauge understanding and skill level, and provide personalized feedback to employees.




• Assessing and evaluating learner progress - track employee's performance, provide constructive feedback, and adjust training as needed.




• Monitor & Maintain Electronic Login System information




• Participate and/or facilitate continuous improvement activities

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2433236

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No

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