The Role
The Operations Excellence Specialist supports plant operations by driving continuous improvement initiatives, coordinating business continuity, and enhancing operational effectiveness through cross-functional collaboration.
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Job Summary
Provides Operations Excellence support for plant operations by driving continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the Cummins Operating System (COS). Supports manufacturing and supply chain operations through process optimization, people capability development, managed expense initiatives, and business continuity planning. Partners with cross-functional teams to improve operational effectiveness, plant maturity, and overall customer outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Operations Excellence & Continuous Improvement- Drive Operations Excellence initiatives aligned with Cummins Operating System (COS) principles and standards.
- Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and operational performance.
- Identify improvement opportunities and implement process optimization and waste reduction methodologies.
- Support plant maturity goals and execute Operations Excellence roadmap initiatives.
- Drive managed expense initiatives across plant operations.
- Coordinate business continuity activities and operational support for the plant.
- Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to improve end-to-end operational performance.
- Lead and coach teams on manufacturing standards, working methods, and operational best practices.
- Develop and promote a team-based work culture on the shop floor.
- Lead employee engagement, reward & recognition, and capability development initiatives.
- Coach and mentor employees and leaders on continuous improvement practices and problem-solving methodologies.
- Support knowledge sharing and development of plant subject matter expertise.
- Collaborate with business leaders, functional teams, and process owners to achieve plant objectives.
- Lead communications and influence stakeholders to support improvement initiatives.
- Manage cross-functional projects and support implementation of operational excellence strategies.
- Promote compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
- Support a safe and inclusive working environment while driving operational improvements.
- Bachelor’s degree, university degree, or equivalent practical experience required.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and operational excellence practices.
- Ability to coach and guide employees on process improvement initiatives.
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, complexity, and cross-functional coordination.
- Strong focus on customer outcomes, engagement, and operational efficiency.
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a results-driven mindset.
- Experience in developing team-based work culture and employee capability programs is preferred.
- Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.
- Experience in manufacturing or plant operations environment preferred.
- Prior team leadership and continuous improvement experience preferred.
- This role may require compliance with export control or sanctions regulations.
- Diversity candidates are encouraged to apply.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, university degree, or equivalent practical experience
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain processes
- Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and operational excellence practices
- Ability to coach and guide employees on process improvement initiatives
- Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage ambiguity, complexity, and cross-functional coordination
- Strong focus on customer outcomes, engagement, and operational efficiency
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a results-driven mindset
- Experience in developing team-based work culture and employee capability programs
- Intermediate level of relevant work experience
- Experience in manufacturing or plant operations environment
- Prior team leadership and continuous improvement experience
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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