Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

Job Summary

Performs basic non-production activities supporting manufacturing processes in accordance with quality and productivity requirements safely in a manufacturing environment with direct guidance.

Ensuring Safety

• Stop work and report any major injury hazards immediately
• Maintain a safe working environment

Compliance and Reporting

• Report work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards
• Promote a culture of safety

Environmental Stewardship

• Recognize and minimize environmental impact
• Contribute to sustainable practices

Quality Assurance

• Follow standard work processes
• Raise quality concerns
• Minimize costs and prevent issues

Continuous Improvement

• Support quality inspections
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Enhance process efficiency and safety

Operational Excellence

• Perform role with competency and flexibility
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Support manufacturing goals

Team Collaboration

• Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively
• Leverage diverse skills and perspectives
• Foster a productive work environment

Personal Development

• Engage in training and personal development
• Stay aligned with business requirements
• Contribute to ongoing improvements

Champion Health and Safety

• Model proactive health and safety behaviors
• Identify, report, and participate in actions to improve workplace safety

Value Differences

• Recognize and appreciate the value of different perspectives and cultures
• Enhance team collaboration and drive inclusive success

Education, Licenses, Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• May require licensing for export controls or sanctions regulations
• No work experience required

Base Rate

$18.82 - $21.79/hr

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category

On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Shop

ReqID

2434369

Relocation Package

No

100% On-Site

No

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 EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.