Quality Technician III
Cummins · Plainfield, IN
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 12 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Cummins (industrial) in Plainfield, IN. Leadership & Customer Focus-Demonstrate customer -centric thinking, value diverse perspectives, manage conflict professionally, and support laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with certification and accreditation requirements.
- Tools it names
- SPC, FMEA, PPAP, APQP
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in Indiana: typical posted base $43k–$62k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 25 quality technician openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 28 other live quality postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 52%
- Root cause 34%
- FDA / GMP 21%
- ✓ SPC 21%
- ISO 9001 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Cummins in Plainfield
1 other open role at this site · 3 people we found in quality roles at Cummins.
- Health, Safety and Environment Site Leader · Manufacturing · Manager
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To be successful in this role you will need the following
- ◆Quality & Measurement Expertise - Apply metrology principles, measurement science, and quality tools such as APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, inspections, and capability studies to ensure accurate results and product quality.
- ◆Strong Technical & Computer Skills - effectively utilize laboratory systems, measurement equipment, and computer applications while maintaining a willingness to spend time on the shop floor supporting operations.
- ◆Collaboration & Communication - Build strong partnerships across teams, communicate technical information clearly, and work effectively with customers and stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
- ◆Sound Decision-Making & Resourcefulness - make timely, data-driven decisions, solve problems proactively, and efficiently utilize available resources to support quality and operational goals.
- ◆Leadership & Customer Focus-Demonstrate customer -centric thinking, value diverse perspectives, manage conflict professionally, and support laboratory operations while ensuring compliance with certification and accreditation requirements.
Education, Licenses, Certifications
High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience
Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.
Shift: 1st Shift
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We are looking for a talented Quality Technician III to join our 1st shift team specializing in Quality for our CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) Facility in Plainfield, IN .
How You Will Make an Impact
- •Ensure Product Quality - Compare components, materials, and finished products against technical specifications to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met.
- •Perform Inspection & Testing - Conduct product and component testing, including electrical function, reliability, and packaging quality assessments to support production excellence.
- •Deliver Accurate Measurement Data - Utilize a variety of measurement and testing equipment to generate precise data that supports quality decisions and process improvements.
- •Support Engineering Operations - Partner with engineers on production-related and inspection activities, helping to maintain efficient manufacturing and quality processes.
- •Maintain Quality Documentatio n-Record test results, maintain inspection records, and prepare technical reports that support compliance, traceability, and informed decision-making.
- •Optimize Measurement Systems -Assist with advanced programming, operation, and training of measurement equipment to improve testing capabilities and accuracy.
- •Ensure Equipment Reliability -Support the maintenance and calibration of measurement and test equipment to ensure consistent, dependable performance.
- •Drive Continuous Improvement -Participate in measurement uncertainty studies and provide technical insights that help improve product quality, process control, and customer satisfaction.