**DESCRIPTION** **On - Site Role** **Job Summary:** The **Quality Inspector– Level I** is responsible for ensuring that incoming materials, components, and final products conform to Cummins' technical specifications and quality standards. Working under close supervision, this entry-level role involves conducting visual and measurement-based inspections, identifying defects, and supporting the production team in maintaining quality compliance. The position plays a crucial role in early defect detection and maintains customer satisfaction by ensuring only compliant products proceed through the manufacturing process. **Key Responsibilities:** + Performvisual and dimensional inspections of materials, components, and final products against defined technical specifications. + Use standard measurement instruments and basic gauging techniques to evaluate physical characteristics and tolerances. + Identify and segregate non-conforming products and document quality deviations in the appropriate systems or logs. + Support in-line and final inspection processes to ensure product compliance before shipment or next stage processing. + Follow standardized quality protocols, procedures, and work instructions as defined by the quality management system. + Assist in the application of basic quality tools to detect trends, support root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. + Maintain accurate inspection records and contribute to documentation required for audits or traceability. + Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to resolve quality issues and escalate as necessary. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Core Competencies:** + **Action Oriented** – Approaches tasks with enthusiasm and a strong sense of urgency. + **Collaborates** – Works effectively with others to achieve shared quality goals. + **Communicates Effectively** – Clearly conveys information to different stakeholders in verbal and written forms. + **Customer Focus** – Understands customer expectations and strives to ensure product quality meets those expectations. + **Decision Quality** – Makes timely and sound decisions within the scope of inspection responsibilities. + **Manages Conflict** – Handles quality-related disagreements or issues constructively. + **Resourcefulness** – Uses available tools and methods to carry out inspection tasks efficiently. + **Values Differences** – Appreciates diverse perspectives that contribute to quality and innovation. **Technical Competency:** + **Measurement Science** – Understands basic metrology concepts relevant to dimensional inspection and applies them to accurately assess product quality. **Qualifications:** + **Education:** + High school diploma or secondary education certificate is required. + Equivalent experience may be considered in line with local regulatory requirements. + **Licenses/Certifications:** + No mandatory certifications required at entry level. + Must be eligible for any regulatory licensing as per regional export controls or sanctions. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Experience:** + Minimal or no prior work experience is required. + Prior exposure to a manufacturing or quality inspection environmentis an advantage but not mandatory. **Skills Required:** + **Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning&Tolerancing (GD&T)** . + **Familiarity with standard measuring instruments** , including vernier calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators. + Knowledge of **basic quality tools** , including the **7 QC tools** (e.g., Cause-and-Effect Diagram, Check Sheet, Control Chart, Histogram, Pareto Chart, Scatter Diagram, Flowchart). + **Basic computer proficiency** , including working knowledge of **Microsoft Excel** and **PowerPoint** . + Strong **attention to detail** , with good oral and written communication skills. + Ability to **follow work instructions and standard operating procedures** accurately. **Work Environment&Physical Requirements:** + Manufacturing or production floor environment requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). + Standing and walking for extended periods; frequent use of hands and measurement tools. + May be exposed to moderate noise, temperature variations, and mechanical components. **Job** Quality **Organization** Cummins Inc. **Role Category** On-site **Job Type** Shop **ReqID** 2414619 **Relocation Package** Yes