Manufacturing Operator - Genset
Cummins
- Location
- Daventry, United Kingdom
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Salary
- £27.9k/yr
- H-1B history
- 245 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
About this role
We are looking for talented Manufacturing Operators to join our Manufacturing team within the Genset department at Cummins in Daventry, UK.
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week on a weekly rotating shift pattern:
Morning shift: Monday to Friday 6:45am – 2:45pm Afternoon shift: Monday–Thursday 3:00pm – 11:00pm; Friday 3:00pm – 10:30pm
Starting salary: £27,942.00 per annum + shift allowance for afternoon shift
This is a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months , with the potential to become permanent based on individual performance and business needs.
Job Overview As a Manufacturing Operator, you will be responsible for assembling and wiring diesel and gas generator electrical components using electrical drawings, engineering standards, and accepted engineering principles across a range of product lines.
In this role, you will
Operate manufacturing machinery and production equipment safely, ensuring quality and productivity standards are met with minimal supervision. Assemble and wire diesel and gas generator electrical components to specification. Interpret and work from electrical drawings, engineering documentation, and work instructions. Complete quality checks accurately and ensure all stage process documentation is completed correctly. Maintain high quality standards in line with business requirements. Report any issues or concerns within your work area to your supervisor promptly. Liaise with supervisors to support the smooth and efficient running of production. Be flexible and support different areas within the Genset department based on production volumes and business priorities.
Complete all required daily checks, including 5S housekeeping and crane inspections