Placement
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a 9-15 month placement in Supplier Quality within Cummins' Power Systems Business Segment.
- Gain experience in APQP, PPAP, and risk assessments, and complete 6Sigma Yellow Belt certification.
- Requires a degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or a Business-related field (Supply Chain/Quality/Project Management).
- Hybrid working in Daventry, with 3 days onsite per week.
- Applications close on 12th November.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Supplier Quality student to join our team specializing in Quality for our Power Systems Business Segment in Daventry.
What You'll Be Doing
During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Support Power Systems VPI programs APQP and PPAP activities of High, Med & Low risk suppliers
- Maintains, track and update Cummins Quality Systems Management (CQMS), Source Release and PPAP activities through reporting and administration
- Supports Component / Supplier risk assessments with supplier selection and Supplier visits
- Complete 6Sigma Yellow Belt Certification and lead a 6Sigma Green Belt project to improve Supplier Quality processes
- Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues
- Participate in community engagement as part of Cummins commitment to Corporate Responsibility
What You'll Need
- Working towards a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineer or a Business-related degree (Supply chain / Quality / Project Management)
- Self-motivated and confident to work independently with proactive time management and prioritization of tasks
- Active participation and contribution as a team member, including strong cross-functional communication skills and able to define and solve problems in a disciplined approach
- Excellent computer skills – MS Office including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint
Key Information
- Commitment: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Working Pattern: Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite
- Location: Daventry
- Start Date: Summer 2027
- Requirements: Must be able to travel or relocate to Daventry for 3 days per week onsite.
Application
- Closing Date: 12th November 11:59PM