School to Work- Operations

We are looking for a talented School to Work - Operations to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Cummins Inc. facility in Florence, KY

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

• Support manufacturing and operations teams by analyzing processes and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and overall performance.
• Assist with logistics and operational planning activities to help ensure materials, resources, and production schedules are aligned with business needs.
• Use Microsoft Office tools to collect, organize, and present operational data that supports informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams to solve day-to-day production and operational challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by helping evaluate workflows, reduce waste, and enhance process reliability.
• Support key projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while gaining hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Monitor operational metrics and provide insights that help drive improvements in plant performance and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork, adaptability, and a willingness to learn while contributing meaningful solutions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  
  

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

• Demonstrate a strong willingness to learn manufacturing, operations, and logistics processes while applying classroom knowledge in a real-world environment.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, to analyze data, track performance, and communicate results effectively.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with engineers, operators, supervisors, and cross-functional teams to support operational goals.
• Develop problem-solving skills and use data-driven thinking to identify process improvements and address operational challenges.
• Maintain strong attention to detail when working with production data, schedules, inventory information, and project documentation.
• Adapt quickly to a fast-paced, on-site manufacturing environment where priorities and business needs can change frequently.
• Take initiative and demonstrate ownership of assignments by proactively seeking solutions, asking questions, and following through on commitments.
• Prioritize safety, quality, and continuous improvement while supporting projects that drive operational excellence and business performance.
• Job Requisition Type : School to Work – Fall Operations.
• Employment type : Full time
• Degree Type : BS, MS, Engineering
• Educational Program : -Operation/manufacturing/logistics student preferred
• Start date : AUG 2026
• Job Skill Requirements : -Proficient in Microsoft office
• Engineering student preferred
• Work Location : On-site
  
  

This School-to-Work Operations role provides an opportunity for engineering, manufacturing, and logistics students to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position supports operational objectives through data analysis, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration while leveraging Microsoft Office tools to drive informed decision-making. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, adaptability, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Job Logistics

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Student - School To Work

ReqID 2432969

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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