Job Information
Cummins Inc. Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager in Phaltan, India
DESCRIPTION
Job Summary
At Cummins Inc., we are committed to powering a more prosperous world through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising the daily activities of a production unit or team to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of products. This role drives operational performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity while fostering a high-performance, inclusive team culture.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
Manage manpower planning, line balancing, and shift allocation to optimize output and efficiency.
Ensure achievement of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and RFT (Right First Time) targets; develop and implement action plans for improvement.
Drive production management initiatives to meet business objectives and customer requirements.
Maintain and enforce 5S standards and safety practices on the shop floor.
Champion Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) compliance, including proactive hazard identification, incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
Collaborate cross-functionally to improve safety, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on waste reduction and process optimization.
Provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to team members; set clear expectations and accountability.
Serve as group lead for projects and special assignments.
Ensure effective housekeeping, welding fixture utilization, and adherence to engineering standards including GD&T.
Support robotics programming basics and machine operations to ensure smooth manufacturing processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Qualifications
Graduation in Engineering (Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or related discipline required).
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry.
Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations (as applicable).
Behavioral Competencies
Builds effective teams and fosters collaboration across functions.
Communicates effectively with diverse audiences.
Makes timely, high-quality decisions.
Directs work, delegates appropriately, and removes obstacles.
Drives engagement and consistently delivers results.
Develops talent through coaching and mentoring.
Manages conflict constructively.
Values differences and builds inclusive, high-performing teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
Skills and Experience
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of production management and manufacturing operations.
Experience in manpower handling and line balancing.
Understanding of OEE, RFT, and performance improvement methodologies.
Hands-on experience with 5S implementation and shop floor safety practices.
Knowledge of welding fixtures design and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
Basic robotics programming and machine operation knowledge.
Familiarity with continuous process improvement and waste reduction methodologies.
Ability to conduct HSE incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
ReqID 2425073
Relocation Package Yes
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.