Machining Quality Leader

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Site Quality Leader to join our team in Rocky Mount, North Carolina (RMEP). In this role, you will lead the Machining Quality organization, owning both internal quality performance and customer quality metrics while managing a team of quality engineers and technicians across three shifts. You will operate within the Cummins Operating System, applying core quality tools and methods-APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and IATF-aligned standards-to ensure products and processes meet initial and long-term requirements.

A critical part of this role is partnering closely with the VPI/NBS teams to successfully launch the new Legend and Barracuda production lines, embedding quality planning, prevention, and protection into every stage. The ideal candidate is a hands-on quality leader who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, is willing to flex hours based on business needs, and brings a continuous-improvement mindset grounded in data, problem solving, and Quality 4.0 capabilities.

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

• Lead the Machining Quality organization at RMEP, aligning team goals with the plant operational goal tree and the Cummins Operating System.
• Own internal quality performance and customer quality metrics, driving accountability for Right First Time (RFT) and cost of poor quality improvements.
• Partner with the VPI/NBS teams to launch the new Legend and Barracuda production lines with quality built in from the start.
• Develop a high-performing team of quality engineers and technicians across three shifts, supporting both their growth and organizational objectives.
• Champion continuous improvement using proven methodologies such as lean manufacturing, 7-step problem solving, and Intelligent Quality Tools and Methods.
• Ensure products and processes meet IATF, customer-specific, APQP, and PPAP requirements through disciplined audits and assessments.
• Drive data-based root cause analysis and systemic corrective actions that protect the customer and prevent recurrence.
• Advance Quality 4.0 adoption by integrating digital tools and connected systems to elevate quality outcomes and decision making.

Responsibilities

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

• Proven ability to lead a plant or site quality organization, managing teams across multiple shifts while balancing internal performance and customer expectations.
• Strong command of quality tools and standards-APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and IATF-applied to complex machining and manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success partnering with cross-functional launch teams (VPI/NBS) to bring new production lines online with quality assured.
• A systematic, data-driven approach to problem solving that identifies root cause and delivers robust, sustainable solutions.
• Flexibility and resilience to adjust to shifting business needs while maintaining focus on both operational support and strategic priorities.

Key Competencies:

• Quality Leadership (Cummins Operating System): Translates COS and TQM principles into a customer-centric quality culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Develops Talent: Builds and mentors quality teams to meet both individual career goals and organizational needs.
• Problem Solving: Applies systematic, industry-standard methodologies to establish traceability, determine assignable cause, and prevent recurrence.
• Quality Influence: Engages stakeholders, drives constructive dialogue, and ensures quality priorities shape balanced business decisions.
• Quality 4.0 Leadership: Leverages digital tools, connected systems, and data to improve quality and strengthen customer satisfaction.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

Demonstrated role competence is required. College, university, or equivalent degree in Engineering or a related technical or scientific subject or experience equivalent is required. This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Significant relevant work experience required. Preferably 5-7 years' experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Program Management role in the automotive industry or a similarly regulated industry. Minimum of 3 years of managerial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Leads the Machining Quality organization at RMEP.
• Owns internal quality performance and customer quality metrics.
• Works closely with the VPI/NBS teams to successfully launch the new Legend and Barracuda production lines.
• Willingness to flex hours based on business needs.
• Manages a team of quality engineers and technicians across three shifts.

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.