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Machining Technician - 3rd Shift

Cummins Inc.
Morristown, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
Description

We are looking for a talented Machining Technician to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Morristown, TN .

Job Summary

Operates machines and production equipment in accordance with quality and productivity requirements safely in a manufacturing environment with limited guidance.

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

  • Ensure Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you’ll help maintain a safe work environment.
  • Report Incidents: Promptly reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards will contribute to a proactive safety culture.
  • Compliance: Adhering to HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations ensures that all safety and environmental guidelines are met.
  • Use PPE: Consistently using appropriate personal protective equipment will protect you and your colleagues from potential hazards.
  • Promote Team Safety: By looking out for one another and promoting interdependence, you’ll foster a supportive and safe workplace.
  • Environmental Awareness: Recognizing and minimizing the negative impact of your work on the environment will support sustainability efforts.
  • Quality Control: Following standard work, process documentation, and quality procedures will help maintain high product standards and reduce costs.
  • Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in training and development, and engaging in ways to improve quality, safety, and processes will drive overall team and organizational success.

Responsibilities

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

  • Effective Communication: Develop and deliver clear, multi-mode communications tailored to the unique needs of different audiences. This ensures everyone understands the message and can act accordingly.
  • Courage: Be willing to address difficult issues head-on and say what needs to be said, even when it’s challenging. This helps in resolving problems quickly and maintaining transparency.
  • Results-Driven: Consistently achieve your goals, even under tough circumstances. Your ability to drive results will be crucial in meeting production targets and maintaining high standards.
  • Accountability: Hold yourself and others accountable to meet commitments. This fosters a culture of reliability and trust within the team.
  • Health and Safety Fundamentals: Champion proactive health and safety behaviors. Identify, report, and participate in actions to improve health and safety, contributing to an injury-free workplace and building an interdependent safety culture.
  • Manufacturing Knowledge: Apply your understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and applications to implement changes that meet the function’s needs. This will support continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Valuing Differences: Recognize and appreciate the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. This inclusivity will enhance team collaboration and innovation.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

  • 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.

Experience

  • Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Qualifications

  • Experience operating CNC machines (1 to 3 years) (Very Important to be successful in this role)
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Familiarity with measuring instruments.
  • Basic math skills (decimals, fractions, tolerances)
  • Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2428815

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site Yes

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

Cummins and E-Verify

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. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

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