
Quality Technician - Level III - 1st Shift
Cummins · Whitakers, NC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 5 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Cummins (industrial) in Whitakers, NC. A customer-centric approach will enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Supplier quality, Assembly lines
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $52k–$75k.
Median of the low and high ends of 26 live postings that list pay, out of 528 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 16 other live quality postings in North Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 41%
- ✓ Root cause 35%
- SPC 24%
- APQP 24%
- FDA / GMP 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Supplier quality, Assembly lines, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
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This plant: Cummins in Whitakers
1 other open role at this site · 13 people we found in quality roles at Cummins.
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Full description from CumminsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways
Support Engineers : By assisting in production-related and inspection jobs, you ensure smooth operations and help maintain high-quality standards.
Quality Monitoring : Your role in monitoring material quality and making necessary adjustments ensures that the final products meet the required specifications.
Documentation and Records : Maintaining accurate documentation and records helps in tracking progress, ensuring compliance, and facilitating audits.
Defect Identification : Comparing physical characteristics of components and products to technical specifications allows you to identify and address defects early in the process.
Testing and Reporting : Conducting simple tests and preparing technical reports provides valuable data for decision-making and continuous improvement.
Measurement Equipment : Your expertise in using and programming measurement equipment ensures precise and reliable product testing.
Customer Assistance : Assisting customers in understanding product specifications and measurement data helps build trust and ensures proper product application.
Equipment Maintenance : Ensuring the proper maintenance and calibration of measurement and test equipment guarantees consistent and accurate results.
To be successful in this role you will need the following
- ◆Customer Focus : Build strong relationships with customers and deliver solutions that meet their needs. A customer-centric approach will enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- ◆Decision Quality : Make timely and well-informed decisions to keep the organization moving forward. Good decision-making skills will help you navigate complex situations and achieve positive outcomes.
- ◆Quality Process Management : Apply quality tools and methods to ensure product and process quality. Proficiency in quality management will help maintain high standards and compliance.
- ◆Determine Root Cause of Failures : Engage with customers to understand issues thoroughly and identify the root causes.
- ◆Timely Communication : Ensure customers receive analysis reports and SCAR responses promptly.
- ◆Collaborate with Supplier Quality : Address supplier-related issues effectively by working closely with the Supplier Quality team.
- ◆Monitor and Report : Keep track of Material Non-Conformances (MNCs) and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), and issue reports to reduce PPM (Parts Per Million) defects.
- ◆Failsafe Effectiveness Checks : Perform checks on assembly lines to ensure failsafe mechanisms are effective.
- ◆Defect Containment : Contain defects on completed products both on-site and at customer locations.
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.
Seeking a Quality Technician – Level II to support quality operations at the Rocky Mount, NC facility. This role focuses on inspecting and monitoring product quality, identifying defects, and ensuring compliance with specifications through testing and measurement processes.
Responsibilities
include maintaining accurate documentation, supporting containment and disposition activities, operating and calibrating measurement equipment (including CMM), and assisting with quality investigations. Ideal candidates bring strong attention to detail, knowledge of quality systems and metrology, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while supporting continuous improvement.
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We are looking for a talented Quality Technician- Level III to join our team specializing in Quality for our Cummins Inc. facility in Rocky Mount, NC .
